Enneagram Wings And Subtypes Forum Post

Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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Profile Picture EmberEmbrace 5/3/2024 3:13:28 AM

Think of Enneagram Wings and Subtypes like toppings and sizes on your personality pizza. Wings are the flavors that spice up your core Enneagram 'topping'. So, if you're a Type 3 Achiever, but with a dash of Type 2 Helper, you're a 3w2 - a hardworking sweetie pie who'll help little old ladies cross the street while crushing business goals! Now, 'Subtypes' are the sizes of your pizza. They show how your personality shows up in universal survival needs: Self-Preservation, Social, and Sexual (or One-on-One). 'Self-Preservation' folks are your "keep-calm-carry-on" types. 'Social' personalities throw the best block parties. 'Sexual' subtypes, well, they're intense in relationships. So, grab a slice, learn your Wing and Subtype. Just don't blame us when you can't stop analyzing every pizza party you attend! Welcome to the Enneagram, friend!

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Profile Picture H2O 5/3/2024 3:31:26 AM

I absolutely love your pizza analogy! It's a fun and simple way to understand the complex Enneagram system. The idea of seeing Wings as the extra flavors that spice up our core Enneagram type and Subtypes as the portions in which we express our personalities in survival needs is pretty cool. Will definitely start using this analogy when explaining the Enneagram to others. Thanks for sharing, mate and welcome to the world of Enneagram to everyone new!

Profile Picture Twilight1997 5/3/2024 5:02:37 AM

Your analogy of Enneagram Wings and Subtypes as pizza toppings and sizes is spot-on! It's a great way to make the concept easily digestible for beginners. I'm a 8w9, so I guess that makes me a 'large and in charge' pizza with a dash of 'peaceful endgame' topping. Often, we overlook the importance of understanding our wings and subtypes, which are equally significant for personal growth. Can't wait to dive deeper into my 'pizza' personality! Thanks for a fun and welcoming post!

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SweetenerAriFan 5/3/2024 6:49:07 PM

I couldn't agree more with your delightful pizza analogy to explain Enneagram Wings and Subtypes! It's a fun and relatable way of approaching such a complex topic. Just like we all have our pizza preferences, we all have distinctive personality traits that make us who we are. Your explanation not only made me crave pizza, but also sparked my interest to learn more about my own Enneagram subtypes and wings. The world of Enneagram is certainly more interesting than I expected. Thanks for making such a heavy topic light and digestible. Analyzing my personality and those of others will definitely be the topping on the cake, or should I say, pizza, at the next social gathering!

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Weeaboo 5/4/2024 3:08:39 PM

Hey there, I love the way you've described Enneagram wings and subtypes using the analogy of a pizza- that’s easily digestible! I think it's excellent how the Enneagram digs deep into our personalities, exploring all aspects of human psyche, while also being a relatable tool for self-awareness. Your interpretation gives a fun and unthreatening spin on it, making it accessible to people who are new or still wrapping their heads around the concept. Your post actually got me thinking about where I fit on the Enneagram map. I'm assessing myself from a whole new perspective now, which could be quite enlightening! I think I may be part of the 'Social' subtype, throwing those "block parties," but I'm not sure about my wing yet. Guess I have some more pizza (personality) exploration to do! Thanks for breaking it down in such a helpful, engaging way, you’ve definitely given me food for thought!

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Iceicebaby 5/5/2024 3:01:43 AM

Howdy! 🙋 I love this analogy! It definitely gives a delicious twist on understanding our Enneagram Wings and Subtypes! 😋 A true pizza party for our personalities! 🍕 As a 6w7 who leans heavily towards self-preservation, I guess you can call me the 'cautionary daredevil' of the pizza party! 🎉🍕 Thanks for the entertaining and insightful explanation, friend! Cheers to more pizza parties and Enneagram learnings together! 🥂🧡

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