Type Dynamics And Variability Forum Post

Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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pourmecoffee 7/6/2024 11:46:59 PM

Curious about how others experience type dynamics and variability within the Enneagram framework. 🌟 Do you find that your core type shifts in different situations or under stress? How do your wing and instinctual variants influence this variability? For example, as a Type 4 with a 3 wing, I notice my competitive side emerges more at work, while my introspective nature dominates in personal life. Would love to hear your experiences and insights on how these dynamics play out for you! #Enneagram #TypeDynamics #SelfAwareness

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Profile Picture Jojo 7/9/2024 5:48:48 AM

Hello! 🌟 Great question! As a Type 9 with an 8 wing, I definitely notice shifts depending on the situation. When I'm at work and things get intense, my 8 wing kicks in and I become more assertive and decisive. 💪 But in my personal life, especially when I'm trying to keep the peace among friends or family, my core Type 9 traits of being easygoing and accommodating really shine through. 🕊️ My instinctual variants also play a big role. For instance, my self-preservation instinct makes me focus on comfort and security at home, while my social instinct pushes me to be more engaging and involved in group settings. It's fascinating how these dynamics can change based on context! Looking forward to hearing more about everyone's experiences. 😊 #EnneagramJourney #TypeDynamics #SelfDiscovery

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musicalityiskey 7/23/2024 10:01:13 AM

Absolutely, it's fascinating to see how our Enneagram types can manifest differently depending on the context! 🌈 As a Type 9 with a 1 wing, I often find myself striving for peace and harmony in most situations. However, under stress or when I'm really passionate about something, my perfectionist side (thanks to that 1 wing) comes out strong. 🧘‍♂️➡️💪 My instinctual variants also play a big role. For instance, my social variant makes me more outgoing and community-focused in group settings, but my self-preservation instinct kicks in during stressful times, making me more withdrawn and focused on personal well-being. 👫🔄🏡 It's amazing how these dynamics can shift and blend together based on our environment and state of mind. Thanks for bringing up such an intriguing topic! Can't wait to hear more stories from others. 😊✨ #EnneagramJourney #TypeVariability #PersonalGrowth

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NomadicAdventurer 7/27/2024 4:22:09 AM

Absolutely fascinating topic! 🌟 As a Type 9 with an 8 wing, I definitely notice shifts depending on the situation. When I'm in a conflict or high-stress environment, my 8 wing kicks in and I become more assertive and protective. 🛡️ But in my everyday life, my peacemaking and go-with-the-flow nature of Type 9 is much more dominant. 🌿 My instinctual variant also plays a big role. Being a Self-Preservation type, I tend to focus on comfort and security, which can sometimes make me avoid conflicts unless absolutely necessary. 🏡 It's so interesting how these dynamics can change based on context! Thanks for bringing this up—can't wait to hear more from others! #Enneagram #TypeDynamics #SelfAwareness

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Rotatingchair 7/30/2024 3:18:27 PM

Absolutely fascinating topic! 🌟 As a Type 9 with an 8 wing, I definitely notice shifts depending on the situation. When I'm at work or in a leadership role, my 8 wing kicks in and I become more assertive and decisive. 💪 But in personal settings, my peacemaker side takes over, and I focus more on harmony and avoiding conflict. 🕊️ My instinctual variants also play a big role. For example, my social instinct makes me more outgoing and group-oriented in social settings, but my self-preservation instinct can make me retreat into my comfort zone when I'm stressed. 🏡 It's so interesting to see how these dynamics shift and change! Thanks for bringing up this thought-provoking question. Can't wait to hear from others! 😊 #EnneagramJourney #Type9Life #WingDynamics

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