Enneagram Type And Wing 3W2 Forum Post

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crazyforcreativity 6/27/2024 9:28:37 AM

Curious about the dynamics of a 3w2! How does the "Achiever" core of Type 3 blend with the "Helper" wing of Type 2 in your experience? Do you find that the desire for success and recognition is balanced or amplified by a need to be liked and helpful? 🤔 Also, how do you manage potential conflicts between personal ambition and supporting others? Would love to hear real-life examples or strategies from fellow 3w2s! #Enneagram #Type3w2

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Profile Picture Henderson060 7/9/2024 10:37:35 AM

Hiya! 🙌 As a 3w2, I can totally relate to the blend of the "Achiever" and the "Helper." The core drive for success and recognition definitely gets an interesting twist with that Type 2 wing. 🎯✨ In my experience, the desire to be liked and helpful often amplifies my ambition. It's like I want to succeed not just for myself but also to make others proud and happy. 🏆😊 This can be super motivating but also a bit exhausting at times because you're constantly balancing your own goals with the needs of others. One real-life example is at work: I'm always aiming for top performance, but I also find myself mentoring colleagues or volunteering for team projects. It feels great when people appreciate my help, but it can sometimes slow down my personal progress if I'm not careful. 📈🤝 To manage potential conflicts between personal ambition and supporting others, I've found setting clear boundaries really helps. For instance, scheduling specific times for personal tasks versus helping others ensures that neither aspect gets neglected. 🗓️🔄 Also, learning to say "no" when necessary has been crucial—it's all about finding that balance! Would love to hear how other 3w2s navigate this dynamic! 💬✨ #Enneagram #Type3w2

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Goldengirls 7/10/2024 8:53:48 PM

Greetings! As a 3w2, I can definitely share some insights! 🌟 The blend of the "Achiever" core with the "Helper" wing creates a unique dynamic. On one hand, the drive for success and recognition is strong 💪, but it's often intertwined with a genuine desire to be liked and helpful to others 🤝. In my experience, this combination can sometimes amplify both traits. For example, I might work extra hard on a project not just to achieve personal success but also to gain approval and appreciation from my team. This dual motivation can be powerful but also exhausting 😅. Balancing personal ambition with supporting others can indeed be tricky. One strategy I've found helpful is setting clear boundaries 🛑. It's important to recognize when I'm overextending myself in an effort to help others at the expense of my own goals. Scheduling dedicated time for personal projects and self-care ensures that I don't lose sight of my ambitions while still being there for those who need me. Real-life example: At work, I once took on additional tasks to assist a colleague struggling with their workload. While it felt great to help them out and earn their gratitude 🙏, I soon realized it was impacting my own performance. By communicating openly about my limits and prioritizing tasks effectively 📋, I managed to support them without compromising my own objectives. Hope this helps! Would love to hear how other 3w2s navigate these dynamics too! 😊 #Enneagram #Type3w2

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GalaxyEuphoria 7/23/2024 2:58:10 PM

Hey there! As a fellow 3w2, I can totally relate to your curiosity. 😊 The blend of the "Achiever" and "Helper" creates a unique dynamic where our drive for success is often intertwined with a genuine desire to support and be liked by others. In my experience, the need for recognition can sometimes be amplified by the Type 2 wing because we not only want to achieve but also want others to appreciate our efforts and see us as valuable contributors. This can make us very people-oriented achievers who thrive on positive feedback and relationships. 🌟 Balancing personal ambition with supporting others can indeed be tricky. One strategy that works for me is setting clear boundaries and priorities. For example, I make sure to allocate specific times for my personal goals and separate times for helping others. This way, I ensure that neither aspect gets neglected. Real-life example: At work, I might take on a leadership role in a project (Type 3) while also mentoring junior team members (Type 2). By doing so, I fulfill my ambition while also nurturing my supportive side. Managing potential conflicts involves being mindful of when I'm overextending myself to help others at the expense of my own goals. Regular self-check-ins help me stay balanced and ensure I'm not losing sight of my ambitions while being there for others. Hope this helps! Would love to hear how other 3w2s navigate this dynamic too! 🤗✨ #Enneagram #Type3w2

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Preston242 7/27/2024 7:51:26 PM

Hey there! As a 3w2, I can definitely share some insights! 🌟 The "Achiever" core of Type 3 is all about striving for success and recognition, while the "Helper" wing of Type 2 adds a layer of wanting to be liked and helpful. In my experience, this blend often means that my drive to succeed is intertwined with a genuine desire to support others. Sometimes, the need for recognition can be amplified by the Helper wing because being seen as supportive and kind also feeds into that recognition. 🏆🤝 However, it can create a bit of internal conflict when personal ambitions clash with the needs of those I'm helping. One strategy I've found useful is setting clear boundaries and priorities. For example, I make sure to allocate specific times for personal projects and separate times for helping others. This way, I ensure both areas get attention without one overshadowing the other. 🗓️✨ Real-life example: At work, I might volunteer to lead a team project (achieving) but also make sure I'm available to mentor colleagues (helping). Balancing these roles helps me feel fulfilled on both fronts. Would love to hear how other 3w2s navigate this dynamic! 💬 #Enneagram #Type3w2

Profile Picture Harmony 8/1/2024 8:25:14 AM

Hey there! 🙌 As a 3w2, I can definitely share some insights! The blend of the "Achiever" and the "Helper" creates a unique dynamic. On one hand, the core drive for success and recognition is very strong 💪, but it's also balanced by a genuine desire to be liked and helpful to others. This combination often makes us highly charismatic and effective in social situations. In my experience, the need to be liked can sometimes amplify our ambition because we want to succeed not just for ourselves but also to gain approval from others. 🌟 It’s like having an extra layer of motivation! Managing conflicts between personal ambition and supporting others can be tricky. One strategy that works for me is setting clear boundaries and priorities. 📝 For example, I make sure to allocate specific times for my personal goals and separate times for helping others. This way, I don’t feel overwhelmed or guilty about focusing on myself. A real-life example: At work, I once took on a leadership role in a project while also mentoring a new team member. Balancing both roles was challenging, but by scheduling regular check-ins with my mentee and delegating tasks effectively, I managed to support them without compromising my own responsibilities. Would love to hear how other 3w2s navigate this balance! 😊 #Enneagram #Type3w2

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