Understanding the Enneagram: Exploring the 9 Types and the Power of Shifting
In todays episode of The Soulblaizers Podcast, Amanda Ware and Dr. Cara Osborne continue their journey through understanding the enneagram by diving in to where each type goes in stress and growth. Find your number below:
Type 1 - The Perfectionist:
- In Stress: a Type 1 may exhibit characteristics of a Type 4, becoming more emotionally intense and critical of themselves and others.
- In Growth: a Type 1 may integrate qualities of a Type 7, becoming more spontaneous, optimistic, and open to new experiences.
Type 2 - The Helper:
- In Stress: a Type 2 may take on attributes of a Type 8, becoming more aggressive and controlling, and possibly disregarding their own needs.
- In Growth: a Type 2 may assimilate qualities of a Type 4, becoming more self-aware, independent, and in touch with their own emotions.
Type 3 - The Achiever:
- In Stress: a Type 3 may adopt characteristics of a Type 9, becoming more complacent and avoiding confrontation, potentially numbing their own desires.
- In Growth: a Type 3 may embody traits of a Type 6, becoming more cooperative, committed, and willing to acknowledge their fears and vulnerabilities.
Type 4 - The Individualist:
- In Stress: a Type 4 may display traits of a Type 2, seeking validation and attention, becoming more people-pleasing and dependent on others.
- In Growth: a Type 4 may integrate qualities of a Type 1, becoming more disciplined, focused, and able to channel their emotions in constructive ways.
Type 5 - The Investigator:
- In Stress: a Type 5 may exhibit characteristics of a Type 7, becoming more scattered and seeking distractions, possibly overindulging in activities or ideas.
- In Growth: a Type 5 may assimilate qualities of a Type 8, becoming more assertive, self-confident, and engaged with the world around them.
Type 6 - The Loyalist:
- In Stress: a Type 6 may take on attributes of a Type 3, becoming more driven, focused on success, and possibly neglecting their own anxieties.
- In Growth: a Type 6 may embody traits of a Type 9, becoming more trusting, peaceful, and accepting of uncertainty.
Type 7 - The Enthusiast:
- In Stress: a Type 7 may adopt characteristics of a Type 1, becoming more rigid, perfectionistic, and critical of themselves and others.
- In Growth: a Type 7 may embody traits of a Type 5, becoming more focused, introspective, and capable of depth and sustained attention.
Type 8 - The Challenger:
- In Stress: a Type 8 may display traits of a Type 5, withdrawing emotionally and becoming more secretive, isolated, and intellectually preoccupied.
- In Growth: a Type 8 may integrate qualities of a Type 2, becoming more compassionate, considerate, and aware of the needs and feelings of others.
Type 9 - The Peacemaker:
- In Stress: a Type 9 may take on attributes of a Type 6, becoming more anxious, worried, and seeking reassurance from others.
- In Growth: a Type 9 may assimilate qualities of a Type 3, becoming more focused, ambitious, and action-oriented, able to prioritize their own goals and desires.
If you have any questions head over to our instagram @soulblaizers where we do weekly Q&A's or feel free to DM us! We put out new episodes every week on Tuesdays and Thursdays so subscribe to be notified! Thanks for tuning in :)
