What is your Enneagram Type?

[emily655321]

Well, now we know what our personality disorders (http://online-literature.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2432&page=9&pp=20) are. But what is your personality type?


The Enneagram system

The Enneagram is a personality typing system that consists of nine different types. Everyone is considered to be one single type, although one can have traits belonging to other ones....

...Usually one has characteristics of one of the types that lie adjacent to one's own that are more prominent. This is called the wing. So someone who is a type 5, might have a 4 wing or a 6 wing. This may be abbreviated to "5w4" and "5w6". If one doesn't have a dominant wing, it is said that the wings are balanced.

http://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/introduction.php

I'm a Type 4 with a 5-wing (4w5). Which personality type are you? :)

Take the Enneagram Test (http://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test.php).

[Nightshade]

type 5 wing 6 (5w6)

really really me! :eek2:

[kilted exile]

Type 5, wing 6

This (http://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/type5.php) is what type 5 means, however I dont know what the wing thing is all about.

[jackyyyy]

Well, I wondered what it was, so I did the test. It gave me:

Your main type is Type 9 Your variant is social (so/sx/sp)

http://similarminds.com/test.html

What does this all mean, Emily?

[Nightshade]

ummm which test aere we doing the first or the second??

Edit second test says im a 6SPw5SO

[Koa]

me loves these tests

oooh this was long (took number 1 cos number 2 seemed boring)

You are most likely a type 5.

Taking wings into account, you seem to be a 5w4.

It seems to be really accurate...:rolleyes:

[jackyyyy]

My gosh, everyone is a 5 and I am a 9. I am a freak after all... where is me chocolate.....

[Jay]

It says that I'm a 5w4.
*edit*
Jacky, it also says that: You are most likely a type 5 or 9.
Haven't checked yet what 9 is though, lol

It seems that I should pick, lol, I got
Type 9 - 7.7
Type 5 - 7.7

[emily655321]

What does this all mean, Emily?
I took the test you posted, but I found it to be less accurate and comprehensive than the first.

If you want to find out more about the test, you can read more on the introduction page (http://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/introduction.php).

It's just a personality quiz. For fun. :)


I dont know what the wing thing is all about.It just means which other Type you lean most towards. If you're a Type 5 with a 6 wing, it means you're more like a Type 6 than someone who is Type 5 with a wing of 4; they share some traits with a Type 4 personality.

[emily655321]

My gosh, everyone is a 5 and I am a 9. I am a freak after all... where is me chocolate.....
:lol: Hehe. It's not a scale of worth, with 1 being best and 9 worst. Don't worry, one isn't freakier than another; just different sorts of people.

[RobinHood3000]

2w1. Intriguing.

Type 2 - 9.3
Type 1 - 9
Type 6 - 8.7
Type 9 - 8.3
Type 7 - 8.3
Type 5 - 7.7
Type 3 - 7.7
Type 8 - 5

Wing 2w1 - 13.8
Wing 1w2 - 13.7
Wing 1w9 - 13.2
Wing 2w3 - 13.2
Wing 6w7 - 12.9
Wing 9w1 - 12.8
Wing 7w6 - 12.7
Wing 6w5 - 12.6
Wing 3w2 - 12.4
Wing 5w6 - 12.1
Wing 9w8 - 10.8
Wing 7w8 - 10.8
Wing 8w9 - 9.2
Wing 8w7 - 9.2
Wing 3w4 - 8.7
Wing 5w4 - 8.7

[jackyyyy]

I kinda like being different. It asked if I felt I was special, and I wrote 'no', but I really would like to be.. hahah.. so.. why can't I get 10... hmmmm

Now I know, Ennee-a-gram. Is Ennee a currency somewhere?

[rabid reader]

type 5

5w4

[emily655321]

Maybe we can start putting what our types mean, so it makes sense to everyone.

My Type 4 means this:

The Individualist:
Identity seekers, who feel unique and different.

"People of this personality type tend to build their identities around their perception of themselves as being somehow different or unique; they are thus self-consciously individualistic....Thus, Fours can manage to feel superior to others while also secretly harboring some degree of longing and envy. A feeling of being a member of the 'true aristocracy' alternates with deep feelings of shame, and fears of somehow being deeply flawed or defective....They are emotionally centered and spend much of their lives immersed in their internal mental landscapes, where they feel free to cultivate and analyse their feelings. A desire to manifest this internal world often leads Fours to an interest in the arts, and some do become actual artists....Fours are somewhat melancholic by disposition, and under stress tend to lapse into depression....Rather than look for practical solutions to their difficulties, Fours are prone to fantasizing about a savior who will rescue them from their unhappiness."

It also says that I'm self-absorbed and self-indulgent. :blush: Oh, dear. It all sounds so Emo!

[emily655321]

Is Ennee a currency somewhere?
It said "ennea" means "nine," named after the nine personalities.

[Riesa]

Type 9, so Jackyyyy, if you are a freak, you now have some company!

[jackyyyy]

Cool, that makes 2..... I'm reading my freaky horoscope next.

[Pensive]

I am type 3 (the Achiever) with 2 wing.

[Virgil]

You are most likely a type 3.

Taking wings into account, you seem to be a 2w3 or 3w2.

It is not clear from these test results which Enneagram type you are.
But type 2 was very close. Probably correct overall.

Enneagram Type 3 - The Achiever

Enneagram Type 2 - The Helper

[Virgil]

I got similar resullts drom tst #2:


You are most likely a type 3 (the Achiever) with 2 wing

Self-preservation variant

Type 3 SP
Type 2 SX
Type 7 SO
Type 8 SO
Type 1 SO
Type 6 SX
Type 9 SX
Type 4 SX
Type 5 SO

Interesting.

[Petrarch's Love]

I'm a type 1, and it says my wings are "balanced" in the results box (did anyone else get that?), but then the list at the bottom of the page starts with 1w2 10.7 so I guess I'm 1w2 ?

[AimusSage]

It seems I am an 7 wing 6. Petrach, my box also said my wings are balanced.


Type 7: The enthusiast

People of this personality type are essentially concerned that their lives be an exciting adventure. Sevens are future oriented, restless people who are generally convinced that something better is just around the corner. They are quick thinkers who have a great deal of energy and who make lots of plans. They tend to be extroverted, multi-talented, creative and open minded. They are enthusiasts who enjoy the pleasures of the senses and who don't believe in any form of self-denial.
Seems about right. except for the extroverted part, I'm about as introverted as they come.

[ElizabethSewall]

You are most likely a type 1 or 2.

Taking wings into account, you seem to be a 1w2 or 2w1.

Type 1 - 11
Type 2 - 11
Type 6 - 9.3
Type 4 - 9
Type 3 - 6

Wing 1w2 - 16.5
Wing 2w1 - 16.5
Wing 2w3 - 14
Wing 1w9 - 12.9
Wing 4w3 - 12
Wing 6w5 - 11.5
Wing 3w2 - 11.5
Wing 4w5 - 11.2
Wing 3w4 - 10.5
Wing 6w7 - 9.7

[ElizabethSewall]

Test 2:

You are most likely a type 2 (the Helper) with 1 wing (the Reformer).

Type 2 SP
Type 6 SO
Type 1 SP
Type 3 SP
Type 4 SO
Type 9 SP
Type 7 SO
Type 8 SX
Type 5 SO

Rather similar to the first one.

[tn2743]

Type 4 with "balanced" wings.

People who believe themselves to be unique are categorised into a type from 9. Then this must surely be a false belief.

[RobinHood3000]

It appears ElizabethSewall and I have a great deal in common :D.

[AimusSage]

The other test:

You are most likely a type 8 (the Challenger) with 7 wing

Sexual variant


Type 8 SX
Type 3 SX
Type 1 SX
Type 7 SO
Type 5 SX
Type 9 SX
Type 4 SX
Type 2 SX
Type 6 SX


The Challenger
People of this personality type are essentially unwilling to be controlled, either by others or by their circumstances; they fully intend to be masters of their fate. Eights are strong willed, decisive, practical, tough minded and energetic. They also tend to be domineering; their unwillingness to be controlled by others frequently manifests in the need to control others instead. When healthy, this tendency is kept under check, but the tendency is always there, nevertheless, and can assume a central role in the Eight's interpersonal relationships.

sexual variant
People of the sexual variant are very much interested in one to one contacts. They are looking for intimacy and this may show in sexuality, though not necessarily. Being in a relationship is very important to them. They are the most passionate of the subtypes, being temperamental and having more energy. They have less of a problem with getting into a fight and care less about rules and responsibility.

These tests are fun!

[ElizabethSewall]

It appears ElizabethSewall and I have a great deal in common :D.
Yeah!!! :banana:
Loyal sidekick around. :D

[Nightshade]

well so type 5 and type six I must say I thimnk its pretty much spot on I tend to flux between both of these.
Type 5 - The Investigator

Thinkers who tend to withdraw and observe
Fives essentially fear that they don't have enough inner strength to face life, so they tend to withdraw, to retreat into the safety and security of the mind where they can mentally prepare for their emergence into the world. Fives feel comfortable and at home in the realm of thought. They are generally intelligent, well read and thoughtful and they frequently become experts in the areas that capture their interest.


Type 6 - The Loyalist

Conflicted between trust and distrust

Sixes essentially feel insecure, as though there is nothing quite steady enough to hold onto. At the core of the type Six personality is a kind of fear or anxiety. Sixes don't trust easily; they are often ambivalent about others, until the person has absolutely proven herself, at which point they are likely to respond with steadfast loyalty
True I dont make friends easily I could probably count the people I consider real true friends (other than here) on less than a handful of fingers. But when I make friends its for life no matter what.

[woeful painter]

6w5 - The Loyalist

[emily655321]

Here's what I got for the second test:

Your main type is Type 5

Fives feel ambivalent about the world consequently their mind is usually their best friend. Gifted in analysis and making sense of things, perception and invention come naturally. Their inner world can become a hideaway from the real one.

Your variant is self preservation

Overall, you score highest on withdrawn traits (sp), followed by compliant traits (so), and lowest on assertive traits (sx).

[Eva Marina]

5w6! :D The description seems to fit pretty well.

[SleepyWitch]

I'm 9w1 what "wings" do they mean?

subtype 2, the helper yuk, what a schmalzy description.. I'm not as goody-goody as that

[emily655321]

I think I like the description of the type 9 personality the best. Sounds so easy-going and unpretentious.

The "wing" is just what personality you resemble second-most. A wing of 1 means you are mostly 9, but have some 1 traits.

[SleepyWitch]

cool, thanks for explaining

[papayahed]

ok I'm a 9 also. 9w8

Nines essentially feel a need for peace and harmony. They tend to avoid conflict at all costs, whether it be internal or interpersonal. As the potential for conflict in life is virtually ubiquitous, the Nine's desire to avoid it generally results in some degree of withdrawal from life, and many Nines are, in fact, introverted. Other Nines lead more active, social lives, but nevertheless remain to some to degree "checked out," or not fully involved, as if to insulate themselves from threats to their peace of mind. Read more - enneagram type 9

Type 8 - The Challenger
Taking charge, because they don't want to be controlled

Eights are essentially unwilling to be controlled, either by others or by their circumstances; they fully intend to be masters of their fate. Eights are strong willed, decisive, practical, tough minded and energetic. They also tend to be domineering; their unwillingness to be controlled by others frequently manifests in the need to control others instead

[emily655321]

:lol: I like the implications of a combination 9&8 personality, Papaya. "There's going to be peace and harmony, see? Or else someone gets his head kicked in!"

I'm just teasing.

[Anon22]

:lol: that's funny.

I'm a 2w3 on both tests...
that is... I'm a helper... and apparently an achiever...

Type 2 - 11
Type 4 - 9.7
Type 9 - 9
Type 5 - 7.7
Type 7 - 6.3
Type 3 - 6
Type 1 - 4.7

Wing 2w3 - 14
Wing 4w5 - 13.6
Wing 2w1 - 13.4
Wing 4w3 - 12.7
Wing 5w4 - 12.6
Wing 3w2 - 11.5
Wing 9w1 - 11.4
Wing 3w4 - 10.9
Wing 1w2 - 10.2
Wing 9w8 - 10.2
Wing 5w6 - 9.9
Wing 1w9 - 9.2
Wing 7w6 - 8.5
Wing 7w8 - 7.5

Social Variant

[Pendragon]

Type 2W5 for better or worse, as they say....

[Anon22]

Here's something to add to this:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enneagram

[RobinHood3000]

FYI, DigitalCrash, I started a new RPG, if you're interested.

[Anon22]

Yeah, I'm sorry, I should probably be there a little more often... I am the admin there after all... >.<

[Anon22]

I found another interesting site to go to for this:

www.enneagraminstitute.com


It's really interesting and contains a lot of info

I am currently reading:

http://www.enneagraminstitute.com/history.asp

[RJbibliophil]

I'm a 4w5, which seems pretty accurate to me, I was thinking that this was very stereotyping, but I practically cried when I read the first part of the description, it was a very close fit. It seems to me that I am an individualist.


People of this personality type tend to build their identities around their perception of themselves as being somehow different or unique; they are thus self-consciously individualistic. Fours tend to see their difference from others as being both a gift and a curse.

Fours are emotionally complex and highly sensitive. They long to be understood and appreciated for their authentic selves, but easily feel misunderstood and unappreciated. They have a tendency to withdraw in the face of a world that seems harsh or crude, and are often somewhat moody or temperamental. They are emotionally centered and spend much of their lives immersed in their internal mental landscapes, where they feel free to cultivate and analyse their feelings.


I guess I have just accepted that I have been set apart, and that I have a special mission in life.

[Anon22]

I'm a 4w5, which seems pretty accurate to me, I was thinking that this was very stereotyping, but I practically cried when I read the first part of the description, it was a very close fit. It seems to me that I am an individualist.




I guess I have just accepted that I have been set apart, and that I have a special mission in life.


The part that came across through me was a part from the section I was reading (that link that ends in history):


Passion:
Pride (Vainglory). Pride is the caused by the loss of the virtue of humility. But pride is said to be the root of all evil and underlies all of the Capital Sins, so to distinguish it further, we can also call this vainglory. Vainglory is a pride in one's own goodness, taking a special satisfaction in one's own virtue, seeing oneself only as a loving, well-intentioned person. The passion is not the tendency to be generous and kind, but the compulsion to call attention to one's generosity and kindness. This is "goodness" that calls attention to itself so that they will be admired for being selfless, praised for being humble, rewarded for being self-sacrificial, repaid for being generous, and so forth.

Another more subtle element to pride is the inability to admit that we are hurting, the unwillingness to acknowledge our own suffering and neediness. This part in each of us says "You've got problems, not me! I'm okay and I'm here to help you." But in fact, all of us, and particularly Twos, are terrified that we will break down and people will see how sad and lonely we are much of the time. Not only does pride prevent us from allowing people to see that we are in pain, it also prevents us from letting people see that we need anything, or that we are really trying to get something from others. Pride can also be seen as a fundamental denial of the loss of contact with Essence—particularly the loss of contact with qualities of real love.

and I always saw myself as modest and humble... looks like I have been very prideful after all... :(

[RJbibliophil]

I am perhaps a little proud, not that everything in that quote agrees with me. I do often feel rejected, but only in a certain crowd. It is strange.


But in fact, all of us, are terrified that we will break down and people will see how sad and lonely we are much of the time.

[Manfred]

I got a 5w4 on both tests, but was all over the 4-5-6 spectrum. Very high for all.
Self-preservation must be the main worry of my life; it dominated every rating of note--the top 5!

[Shakira]

I took the Classical Test & the results said :

You are most likely a type 2.

Taking wings into account, you seem to be a 2w1.

Enneagram Type 2 - The Helper

Helpers who need to be needed

Enneagram type 2 - The HelperPeople of this personality type essentially feel that they are worthy insofar as they are helpful to others. Love is their highest ideal. Selflessness is their duty. Giving to others is their reason for being. Involved, socially aware, usually extroverted, Twos are the type of people who remember everyone's birthday and who go the extra mile to help out a co-worker, spouse or friend in need.

Twos are warm, emotional people who care a great deal about their personal relationships, devote an enormous amount of energy to them, and who expect to be appreciated for their efforts. They are practical people who thrive in the helping professions and who know how to make a home comfortable and inviting. Helping others makes Twos feel good about themselves; being needed makes them feel important; being selfless, makes Twos feel virtuous. Much of a Two's self-image revolves around these issues, and any threat to that self-image is scarcely tolerated. Twos are thoroughly convinced of their selflessness, and it is true that they are frequently genuinely helpful and concerned about others. It is equally true, however, that Twos require appreciation; they need to be needed. Their love is not entirely without ulterior motive.

Twos often develop a sense of entitlement when it comes to the people closest to them. Because they have extended themselves for others, they begin to feel that gratitude is owed to them. They can become intrusive and demanding if their often unacknowledged emotional needs go unmet. They can be bossy and manipulative, feeling entirely justified in being so, because they "have earned the right" and their intentions are good. The darkest side of the type Two fixation appears when the Two begins to feel that they will never receive the love they deserve for all of their efforts. Under such circumstances, they can become hysterical, irrational and even abusive.

Because Twos are generally helping others meet their needs, they can forget to take care of their own. This can lead to physical burnout, emotional exhaustion and emotional volatility. Twos need to learn that they can only be of true service to others if they are healthy, balanced and centered in themselves.

Twos can mistype themselves if they are not in an obvious helper role in their professional lives; they might not recognize the extent of their involvement in assisting others. This is especially true for male Twos, who have not received the same social rewards for helping as female Twos receive. Male Twos frequently mistype as Ones or Threes, the wings of type Two. Females, of all types, are bound to recognize some of the dynamics of type Two in their personalities, as such qualities have been socially reinforced. Female Nines, for instance, are especially prone to mistyping as Twos, particularly if they are the mothers of small children. But Nines are self-effacing and humble; Twos are proud and have a strong sense of their own worth.