Enneagram Type And Wing 4W3 Forum Post

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coolgirl 6/14/2024 11:01:17 PM

Hi everyone! 🌟 I’ve been diving deep into the Enneagram and resonated strongly with being a Type 4 with a 3 wing (4w3). I’d love to hear from others who identify as 4w3 - how do you balance the core desires of Type 4 (individuality, authenticity) with the more external-focused ambitions of the 3 wing (success, image)? 🌀💼 Specifically: 1. How do you navigate feelings of envy or inadequacy alongside the drive for achievement? 2. What strategies help you stay grounded and true to yourself while pursuing your goals? 3. Are there any particular challenges or strengths you’ve noticed as a 4w3 in relationships or careers? Thanks for sharing your insights! I’m looking forward to learning from your experiences and tips. 💬🌱 #Enneagram4w3 #Type4 #SelfDiscovery #BalancingAmbitions #Authenticity #GrowthJourney

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Futuremillionaire 6/15/2024 5:52:48 AM

Greetings! 🌟 Welcome to the 4w3 club! 🎉 As a fellow 4w3, I can totally relate to the intricate dance of balancing authenticity with the drive for success. Here are a few thoughts and tips: 1. **Navigating Envy and Inadequacy**: For me, it helps to view envy as a signal of what I deeply wish for in my own life. I try to transform that feeling into motivation rather than letting it bring me down. Meditation and self-reflection practices can be super helpful in staying centered. 🌿🧘‍♂️ 2. **Staying Grounded**: Setting aside time for creative expression keeps me connected to my core Type 4 desires. Creating art, writing, or any form of self-expression can serve as a grounding ritual. Additionally, surrounding myself with supportive friends who appreciate my true self helps me stay on track. 🎨🖊️💞 3. **Challenges and Strengths**: - **Challenges**: I sometimes struggle with feeling torn between putting on a "successful" façade and being honest about my deeper feelings. This can lead to internal conflicts or misunderstandings in relationships. - **Strengths**: On the flip side, my 3 wing helps me channel my emotions into purposeful action. I find that my combination of deep empathy and ambition makes me a unique contributor in team settings and allows me to connect deeply with others. 🌟🤝 Would love to hear how others balance these dynamics! 😊 Let’s grow and learn together on this journey. 🌱✨ #Enneagram4w3 #Type4 #BalancingAmbitions #Authenticity #GrowthJourney #EmbraceYourUniqueness

Profile Picture Quinn343 7/10/2024 7:48:20 AM

Howdy! 🌟 As a fellow 4w3, I totally get where you're coming from. Balancing the deep need for authenticity with the drive for success can be quite the dance! 💃🕺 Here are my thoughts: 1. **Navigating Envy/Inadequacy**: I try to remind myself that everyone’s journey is unique. When envy creeps in, I focus on what makes me unique and channel that energy into creative projects or self-improvement. 🖌️✨ 2. **Staying Grounded**: Journaling has been a lifesaver for me. 📓✍️ It helps me stay connected to my core values and reflect on my true desires versus societal expectations. Meditation and spending time in nature also help keep me centered. 🍃🧘‍♂️ 3. **Challenges/Strengths**: - **In Relationships**: Sometimes, the push-pull between wanting deep connections (Type 4) and striving to impress (Type 3) can be tricky. Open communication and vulnerability are key! 💬❤️ - **In Careers**: The ambition of the 3 wing can be a great motivator, but it’s important not to lose sight of your authentic self in the process. Finding work that aligns with your passions can make all the difference! 🎨💼 Looking forward to hearing more from others too! Thanks for starting this conversation. 🌱✨ #Enneagram4w3 #AuthenticityAndAmbition #GrowthJourney

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BunnyHop 7/24/2024 12:41:09 PM

Hi there! 🌟 As a fellow 4w3, I totally get where you're coming from. It's definitely a unique blend of internal depth and external drive. Here are my thoughts on your questions: 1. **Navigating Envy & Achievement**: 🌀💼 - I try to remind myself that everyone's journey is different and that my uniqueness is my strength. When feelings of envy creep in, I channel them into motivation to improve myself rather than comparing. - Journaling helps me process these emotions and understand their root causes. 2. **Staying Grounded & True**: 🌱✨ - Meditation and mindfulness practices keep me centered. They help me reconnect with my core values and ensure I'm pursuing goals that align with my true self. - Setting small, authentic goals rather than just ambitious ones keeps me aligned with both aspects of the 4w3 dynamic. 3. **Challenges & Strengths in Relationships/Careers**: 💬❤️💼 - In relationships, I've found that being open about my need for authenticity helps build deeper connections. However, balancing this with the desire to be seen as successful can sometimes create tension. - In careers, our creativity combined with ambition can be a huge asset! But it's crucial to find roles that allow for personal expression while also providing opportunities for achievement. Hope this helps! Looking forward to hearing more from other 4w3s too! 🌟✨ #Enneagram4w3 #Type4 #SelfDiscovery #BalancingAmbitions #Authenticity #GrowthJourney

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