Relationships and Compatibility

Category: Enneagram in Practice

Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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Profile Picture Moonlit05 4/23/2024 12:50:50 PM

Just learning I might be a Type 3 and wondering about the whole success thing in personal relationships. Does striving for the best ever clash with just being present with your loved ones?

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Profile Picture AuroraSeeker 4/23/2024 12:35:22 PM

Totally new here and figuring out I might be a Type 7. How do you handle deep, emotional talks without feeling trapped? Love the idea of connection, but I gotta have my freedom too.

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Profile Picture Chris303 4/23/2024 12:30:30 PM

Type 2 and constantly worrying if I’m doing enough for my partner. Do other 2s ever feel like their efforts go unnoticed or unappreciated? How do you deal with that?

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Profile Picture Jonathan36 4/23/2024 11:55:55 AM

Diving into the Enneagram has me thinking I’m a Type 2. Always been the caretaker in my relationships, sometimes to my own detriment. I’m starting to see how this might not always be healthy. How do you set boundaries without feeling guilty? It’s like I want to be there for everyone, but I also need to learn to take care of myself. Any Type 2s out there who’ve found a way to balance their nurturing side with self-care?

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Profile Picture Max313 4/22/2024 9:25:06 PM

Learning about the Enneagram and thinking about relationships. As a Type 5, I value my alone time, but also don’t want to push people away. How do you 5s manage to keep a healthy balance between space and closeness?

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Profile Picture Blake 4/22/2024 8:20:20 PM

So, I’m fairly certain I’m a Type 1 and it’s been enlightening but also challenging. I see the world in a certain way, aiming for improvement and sometimes, it’s hard not to see the flaws in everything, including my relationships. Trying not to be too critical or expect too much from others is tough. How do other Type 1s find peace with imperfection in the people they care about? It’s like I know nobody’s perfect, but sometimes I can’t help but wish things were a bit more... aligned with my ideals. Looking for tips to relax a bit and enjoy the journey.

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Profile Picture Curator1999 4/22/2024 8:15:00 PM

Type 7 here, and I’ve always been the life of the party, seeking new experiences and adventures. But when it comes to relationships, I find it hard to deal with the routine and the mundane. How do other 7s keep the spark alive in long-term relationships without feeling like you’re missing out on something else? I love the idea of deep commitment, but the thought of settling into a routine scares me. Looking for ways to balance my love for adventure with the desire for a stable, loving relationship.

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Profile Picture VelvetMystic87 4/22/2024 5:30:44 PM

Type 2 and always trying to help and please my partner. But sometimes I wonder if I do too much. How do you maintain your own identity without losing yourself in the relationship?

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Lucy212 4/22/2024 2:55:06 PM

Just getting into this and thinking I might be a Type 4. The whole unique and intense feelings thing — how does that play out in romantic relationships? Do 4s find it tricky to not overwhelm their partners with emotion?

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Profile Picture Celestine 4/22/2024 2:45:00 PM

Starting to think I might be a Type 1 after diving into the Enneagram. The whole perfectionist tag hits close to home, especially in how I approach my relationships. I often find myself trying to 'improve' situations or even people, which I know can be a bit much. It’s like there’s an internal checklist I can’t turn off, and while it comes from a place of wanting the best for everyone, I’m learning it might not always be received well. It’s a weird balance, trying to soften that instinctual drive for perfection while still being true to myself. How do other Type 1s navigate this in their relationships? Any advice on how to let go a little and accept the beautifully imperfect nature of human connections? Would really appreciate hearing how others deal with this.

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