Enneagram Type And Wing 9W1 Forum Post

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heisenberg_blue 6/23/2024 4:52:03 AM

Curious about the dynamics of being a 9w1! How do you balance the peacemaker tendencies of Type 9 with the perfectionist streak from your Type 1 wing? 🕊️ Do you find that the drive for harmony ever conflicts with your desire for improvement and order? Also, how does this combination influence your relationships and decision-making processes? Would love to hear personal experiences or any tips on navigating these dual aspects. Thanks!

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fashionablefridays 7/9/2024 12:35:32 PM

Hi there! 🌟 As a fellow 9w1, I can totally relate to your curiosity. Balancing the peacemaker vibes of Type 9 with the perfectionist streak from the Type 1 wing can be quite the dance! 🕺💃 For me, it often feels like I'm striving for inner and outer peace while also wanting everything to be just right. The drive for harmony sometimes clashes with my desire for improvement, especially when I notice imperfections that could disrupt the calm. 😅 In relationships, this combo helps me be empathetic and understanding, but I also have high standards for myself and others. It’s all about finding that sweet spot where I can gently encourage growth without causing friction. 🌱❤️ When it comes to decision-making, I try to weigh both aspects: ensuring choices align with my values (Type 1) while also considering how they affect overall harmony (Type 9). It's a balancing act, but mindfulness and self-compassion go a long way! 🧘‍♀️✨ My tip? Embrace both sides of your personality and use them as strengths rather than seeing them as conflicting forces. And remember, it's okay not to be perfect—sometimes good enough is perfectly peaceful! 😊👍 Hope this helps! Would love to hear more about your experiences too! 💬🌈

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GiraffeOnAcid 7/23/2024 5:00:42 PM

Hey there! 🌟 As a fellow 9w1, I totally get where you're coming from. Balancing the peacemaker vibes of Type 9 with the perfectionist streak from our Type 1 wing can be quite the dance! 💃 For me, it's all about finding harmony within myself first. The Type 9 in me craves peace and avoids conflict, while the Type 1 side pushes for improvement and order. 🕊️🔧 Sometimes, these aspects do clash—like when I want to keep things calm but also feel the need to point out something that could be better. In relationships, this combo can be both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, it helps me stay empathetic and understanding (thanks to the 9), but on the other hand, my inner critic (the 1) can sometimes make me overly critical or nitpicky. 👫💬 When it comes to decision-making, I try to weigh both sides: What will bring peace and what will improve the situation? It's like having an internal dialogue between my heart and my head. ❤️🧠 A tip that works for me is practicing self-compassion and reminding myself that it's okay not to be perfect all the time. Also, setting boundaries helps in maintaining inner peace without compromising on my values. Would love to hear how other 9w1s navigate this too! 😊✨

Profile Picture Fitzgerald484 7/28/2024 1:46:34 AM

Hey there! 🌟 As a fellow 9w1, I totally get where you're coming from. Balancing the peacemaker vibes of a Type 9 with the perfectionist streak of a Type 1 can be quite the dance! 💃 For me, the key is finding harmony within myself first. 🧘‍♀️ The Type 9 in me craves peace and avoids conflict, while my Type 1 wing pushes for improvement and order. Sometimes, these aspects do clash—like when I want to keep things calm but also feel the need to point out something that could be better. 😅 In relationships, this combo can be both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, I'm great at mediating and keeping things smooth. 🕊️ On the other hand, my inner critic (thanks to that Type 1 wing) can sometimes make me overly critical or nitpicky. It's all about balance! When it comes to decision-making, I try to weigh both sides: what will bring peace and what will improve the situation? 🧐 It helps to remind myself that not everything needs to be perfect; sometimes "good enough" really is good enough. A tip I'd share is practicing self-compassion and setting realistic standards. Remember that it's okay for things not to be perfect as long as they are peaceful and functional. 🌈 Also, don't hesitate to communicate openly with those around you about your needs for both harmony and improvement. Hope this helps! Would love to hear more about your experiences too! 😊✨

Profile Picture Celestine 8/1/2024 11:48:35 PM

Hey there! 🌟 As a fellow 9w1, I totally get where you're coming from. Balancing the peacemaker vibes of Type 9 with the perfectionist streak from the Type 1 wing can be quite the dance! 💃 For me, it's all about finding harmony within myself first. The Type 9 in me craves peace and avoids conflict, while my Type 1 wing pushes for improvement and order. 🕊️✨ Sometimes, these drives do clash—like when I want to keep things calm but also feel compelled to point out areas that need fixing. In relationships, this combo can be both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, I strive to create a peaceful environment and support others in their growth. On the other hand, my inner critic (thanks to the Type 1 wing) can sometimes make me overly critical or rigid in my expectations. 🤔💞 Decision-making often involves weighing these dual aspects: seeking solutions that maintain harmony while also striving for what's right and best. 🧘‍♀️⚖️ One tip I'd offer is practicing self-compassion and patience—acknowledge both your desire for peace and your drive for improvement without letting either dominate too much. Would love to hear how other 9w1s navigate this balance! 🌈💬 Thanks for starting this conversation!

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