Personal Growth and Development

Jonathan36 • 4/24/2024 11:45:30 AM

Started reading about Type 5s and their need for knowledge. I get that, but also, doesn’t it get lonely? How do you balance the quest for understanding with maintaining relationships? Feels like a fine line between curiosity and isolation.

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Equinox79 • 4/24/2024 10:45:00 AM

Totally new here and kind of identify with Type 9, but also, how do you not just become super passive? Like, I get the peace thing, but I also wanna make sure I’m heard. It’s a tricky balance, isn’t it? Any advice on being more assertive?

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Jody • 4/23/2024 9:26:59 PM

Type 3s, how do you do it? The whole achieving thing is impressive, but isn’t it also super stressful? Trying to figure out if there’s a way to be ambitious without the burnout. Would love to hear your thoughts!

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Celestine • 4/23/2024 4:20:55 PM

Alright, diving into the Type 2 pool and it’s warm with all the helping and caring. But, seriously, how do you keep from burning out? There’s got to be a way to take care of others and yourself, right?

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Fiona606 • 4/23/2024 2:45:19 PM

Just getting to grips with being a Type 1 and this whole ideal of striving for perfection. It’s exhausting, isn’t it? How do other 1s practice letting go and accepting imperfections, both in themselves and the world?

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AuroraSeeker • 4/23/2024 2:30:20 PM

Hey, just found out I might be a Type 6 and it’s a bit of a relief to understand why I worry so much. But now, I’m wondering how to use that knowledge for something good instead of just stressing out. How do 6s grow from here?

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VelvetMystic87 • 4/23/2024 1:22:47 PM

Just starting on this Enneagram journey and it’s wild. I relate a lot to Type 7 but also see bits of Type 6 in me. Does anyone else feel like a mix of types? How do you apply it to your life for personal growth?

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Twilight1997 • 4/23/2024 12:50:45 PM

Type 8s and their confidence are fascinating to me. Wondering, does that ever feel like a mask? Like, is there room for vulnerability, or is it strength all the way? Trying to understand how 8s navigate personal growth without losing their edge.

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Dana404 • 4/23/2024 9:47:22 AM

Hey all, just starting to dive into this Enneagram thing and thinking maybe I’m a Type 2? It’s all about helping others, which I totally get, but I’m starting to realize maybe I need to help myself too? It’s kind of a revelation but also super confusing. How do you start putting yourself first without feeling selfish? Any tips from fellow 2s or anyone really on striking that balance?

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Sunbeam • 4/22/2024 9:26:59 PM

Just found this Enneagram chat and wow, it’s a lot to take in! I’m maybe a Type 9? Love the idea of being a peacemaker but also wondering how that plays out in real life. Do you ever just want to shake things up a bit?

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