The Enneagram can help us improve and strengthen all of the relationships in our lives. Personality and the way we relate to each other is all impacted by our Enneagram type.
In terms of how we approach each other and communicate with other, having an understanding about the other person can help you approach that person with more compassion and love. The Enneagram helps to identify what are primary motivations are in life, which can contribute to why we do and say certain things.
Since each Enneagram type is motivated by different fears and desires, learning about those motivations for your loved ones can help you better understand them. Let’s examine a few things for each type that can help us to understand each type a little bit better.
Type 1: The Reformer
Principled, virtuous and honest all describe Type 1s, also known as Reformers or Perfectionists. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 2: The Helper
Warm, caring and empathetic all describe Type 2s, also known as Helpers. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 3: The Achiever
Charming, confident and accomplished all describe Type 3s, also known as Achievers or Performers. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 4: The Individualist
Sensitive, authentic and creative all describe Type 4s, also known as Individualists or Romantics. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 5: The Investigator
Independent, observant an innovative all describe Type 5s, also known as Investigators. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 6: The Loyalist
Caring, dependable and committed all describe Type 6s, also known as Loyalists. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 7: The Enthusiast
Joyful, optimistic and adventurous all describe Type 7s, also known as Enthusiasts. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 8: The Challenger
Empowering, decisive and honorable all describe Type 8s, also known as Challengers. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
Type 9: The Peacemaker
Calm, accepting and non-judgmental all describe Type 9s, also known as Peacemakers. Here are a few keys to understanding them better:
With this new knowledge about each type, do you feel better equipped to understand your loved ones? Let us know in the comments below your Type and if you’d add anything to the list about your Type.
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