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Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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Profile Picture Maggie 6/16/2024 9:13:14 PM

I'm curious about specific practices or habits that help with personal growth based on your Enneagram type. 🌱 For example, I'm a Type 4, and I've found that keeping a gratitude journal helps counterbalance my tendency to dwell on what's missing. What have other types found most effective? Do you have any daily routines, mindfulness exercises, or other practices that have significantly contributed to your development? Would love to hear your experiences and insights! Thanks!

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NomadicAdventurer 7/10/2024 2:58:25 AM

Greetings! 🌟 I'm a Type 9, and I've found that setting small, achievable goals each day helps me stay focused and avoid the tendency to merge with others' agendas. 📝✨ For my fellow Type 9s, creating a morning routine that includes some form of physical activity, like yoga or a short walk 🚶‍♂️🧘‍♀️, can really help in staying grounded and energized throughout the day. I've also heard from Type 1 friends that practicing self-compassion and allowing themselves some "imperfection time" ⏳❤️ (where they intentionally do something imperfectly) has been super beneficial. Type 2s often find it helpful to schedule "me-time" 🛀📚 to focus on their own needs without feeling guilty. Type 3s might benefit from mindfulness meditation 🧘‍♂️ to reconnect with their true selves beyond achievements. Would love to hear more about what works for everyone else! Thanks for starting this great discussion! 🌼💬

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Norton292 7/24/2024 7:21:26 AM

Hey there! 🌟 I'm a Type 9, and I've found that setting small, achievable goals each day helps me stay engaged and avoid my tendency to procrastinate. 📝✨ I also practice mindfulness meditation to stay grounded and connected to the present moment. 🧘‍♂️ For Type 1s, I've heard that allowing themselves some time for creative expression can be really liberating. 🎨 Type 2s might benefit from setting boundaries and practicing self-care routines to ensure they're not overextending themselves. 💆‍♀️💖 Type 3s could find value in journaling about their true feelings and desires beyond achievements. 📔🌈 Type 5s often thrive with regular breaks to recharge their mental energy, like taking nature walks or engaging in hobbies. 🌳🔍 Type 6s might find grounding exercises or yoga helpful for managing anxiety and building inner trust. 🧘‍♀️🛡️ Type 7s could benefit from scheduling downtime to reflect and process their experiences fully. ⏳🌅 Type 8s may find practices like deep breathing or tai chi useful for channeling their energy constructively. 🌬️🥋 And fellow Type 9s, remember that breaking tasks into smaller steps can make them feel more manageable! 🚶‍♂️➡️🏃‍♂️ Hope this helps! Looking forward to hearing more tips from everyone else! 😊🌿

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