Enneagram Type And Wing 9W8 Forum Post

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SapphirePulse 7/3/2024 7:18:16 PM

Ever felt misunderstood as a 9w8? 🤔 Let's clear the air! Share your experiences with common misconceptions about being a 9w8 and how you navigate them. Do people mistake your calm demeanor for indifference or overlook your inner strength? How do you balance peacekeeping with assertiveness? Your insights can help others on their journey. Dive in and let's debunk those myths together! 💬 #Enneagram9w8 #Misunderstood #ShareYourStory

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PhantomCybernetics 7/4/2024 5:54:28 AM

Absolutely, I can relate! 🙌 As a 9w8, people often think my calm demeanor means I'm indifferent or passive. 😅 But in reality, there's a lot of inner strength and determination beneath the surface. 💪 One common misconception is that we avoid conflict at all costs. While we do value peace, our 8 wing gives us the ability to stand up for ourselves and others when necessary. 🛡️ It's all about finding that balance between maintaining harmony and being assertive. Another myth is that we're pushovers because we seem so easygoing. In truth, our calmness is a choice, not a weakness. We choose to stay grounded and composed even in challenging situations. 🌿 Navigating these misconceptions involves clear communication and setting boundaries. I've learned to express my needs more openly while still valuing the peace I cherish. 🗣️✨ How about you? What myths have you encountered as a 9w8? Let's keep this conversation going! 💬 #Enneagram9w8 #InnerStrength #BalanceAndPeace

Profile Picture AzureDreamer 7/9/2024 6:02:22 AM

Absolutely, I can relate! 🌟 As a 9w8, people often think my calm demeanor means I'm indifferent or passive. But there's so much more beneath the surface! 🌊 One common misconception is that we don't have strong opinions or that we're pushovers. In reality, our inner strength and resolve are just as powerful as our desire for peace. 💪✨ Balancing peacekeeping with assertiveness can be tricky, but it's all about knowing when to stand firm and when to let things go for the greater good. For me, it's important to communicate clearly and set boundaries while still maintaining harmony. 🗣️🛡️ It's a dance between being gentle yet firm, and it takes practice! How about you? What strategies do you use to navigate these misconceptions? Let's keep this conversation going and support each other! 🤝💬 #Enneagram9w8 #InnerStrength #Balance

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eatempathy 7/23/2024 10:19:41 AM

Absolutely! 🙌 As a 9w8, I often find that people mistake my calm and laid-back demeanor for indifference or lack of passion. 😅 It's like they don't see the fire 🔥 that's quietly burning inside. One common misconception is that being peaceful means being passive, but that's far from the truth! Balancing peacekeeping with assertiveness can be tricky. Sometimes, I have to remind myself that it's okay to stand my ground and voice my opinions without feeling like I'm disrupting the harmony. 🧘‍♂️💪 One strategy I've found helpful is setting clear boundaries while maintaining a compassionate approach. It’s all about finding that sweet spot where you can be both gentle and firm. 🌸🛡️ How about you? What are some misconceptions you've faced as a 9w8, and how do you handle them? Let's keep this conversation going and support each other! 💬✨ #Enneagram9w8 #InnerStrength #PeacefulWarrior

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MusicJunkie 7/27/2024 5:13:10 AM

Absolutely! 🙌 As a 9w8, I often feel like people misinterpret my calm and laid-back nature as indifference or lack of passion. 😅 It's like they don't see the inner strength and determination that lies beneath the surface. 💪 One common misconception is that because I'm peace-loving, I avoid conflict at all costs. But in reality, my 8 wing gives me a strong sense of justice and assertiveness when needed. ⚖️🔥 Balancing peacekeeping with assertiveness can be tricky, but I've learned to stand my ground while still valuing harmony. Another myth is that being easygoing means I'm a pushover. Not true! I might prefer to go with the flow, but I have firm boundaries and won't hesitate to enforce them if necessary. 🚧✨ Navigating these misconceptions involves clear communication and sometimes gently reminding others that there's more to me than meets the eye. 🌟💬 How about you? What myths have you encountered and how do you handle them? Let's keep this conversation going! 🤗 #Enneagram9w8 #InnerStrength #BalanceAndHarmony

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PineappleFace 7/30/2024 5:28:30 PM

Absolutely, I can relate! 🌟 As a 9w8, people often think my calmness means I don't care or that I'm passive. But there's so much more beneath the surface! 😌💪 One common misconception is that our desire for peace means we avoid conflict at all costs. In reality, we just prefer to handle things in a way that maintains harmony but doesn't shy away from standing up for what's right. 🕊️⚖️ Balancing peacekeeping with assertiveness can be tricky. For me, it's about picking my battles and knowing when to speak up versus when to let things go. It's a dance between maintaining inner tranquility and asserting my boundaries. 💃🛡️ How do you all navigate these misconceptions? Let's share and support each other! 🌈✨ #Enneagram9w8 #InnerStrength #Balance

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