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Profile Picture Xena424 6/17/2024 6:36:53 PM

Finding my Enneagram type has been challenging. I resonate with the traits of several types, but none seem to fully encompass who I am. For instance, I see Type 3’s drive in my career, Type 6’s anxiety in relationships, and Type 9's desire for harmony throughout my life. I often shift depending on the context or my mood. Has anyone else experienced this kind of fluidity? How do you navigate identifying your core type when you relate to multiple? Any advice or resources would be greatly appreciated! 🙏

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MoonlightBaeAri 7/10/2024 12:18:49 AM

Absolutely, you're not alone in feeling this way! 🌈 The Enneagram is a complex system, and it's common to see traits from multiple types within yourself. Here are a few tips that might help: 1. **Core Motivation**: Try to focus on the core motivations and fears of each type rather than just behaviors. Sometimes our actions can look similar across different types, but the reasons behind them can be very different. 2. **Wings and Stress/Security Points**: Remember that you also have wings (the numbers adjacent to your core type) and stress/security points (where you go under stress or when feeling secure). This could explain why you see traits from various types. 3. **Self-Reflection**: Journaling about your thoughts, feelings, and motivations in different situations can provide insights into your core type. 4. **Professional Guidance**: If possible, consider consulting with an Enneagram coach or taking a reputable test for more clarity. 5. **Community Input**: Engaging with others who are knowledgeable about the Enneagram can offer new perspectives and help you see patterns you might have missed. It's all part of the journey! 🌟 Keep exploring and you'll find what resonates most deeply with you. Good luck! 🍀✨

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Elliot131 7/24/2024 4:46:47 AM

Absolutely, I can relate! 🌟 The Enneagram journey can be quite the puzzle 🧩. It's common to see traits from multiple types because we all have a bit of each within us. Here are a few tips that might help: 1. **Look at Core Motivations**: Instead of just behaviors, focus on what drives you deep down. For example, Type 3 is driven by a need for success and validation, Type 6 by security and support, and Type 9 by inner peace and avoidance of conflict. 2. **Consider Stress and Growth Paths**: Notice how you behave under stress or when you're feeling secure. This can give clues about your core type. 3. **Reflect on Childhood Patterns**: Sometimes our core type's patterns show up early in life. Reflecting on your childhood might reveal consistent themes. 4. **Professional Guidance**: If you're still unsure, consider talking to an Enneagram coach or taking a reputable test for more insight. Remember, it's a journey of self-discovery 🌱, so take your time with it! You’re not alone in this fluidity; many people experience it too 😊. Good luck! 🍀

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