Knowing this should help you to know all about me, well mostly all about me.
I am not very knowledgeable of the Enneagram Personality code. I really don’t enjoy being put in categories like this, but I jumped right in and took the test. Cara pointed out that there is so much individuality left to
determine, the code is just meant to help you understand the basics of
your personality the way it works with people around you (your
spouse/significant other for instance) and how you can avoid pitfalls
and recognize strengths.
So, here is what you need to know about me.
As a 1: The reformer - Perfectionist are realistic, conscientious and principled. They strive to live up to their high ideals.
How to Get Along with Me
What I Like About Being a One
What's Hard About Being a One
being disappointed with myself or others when my expectations are not
met
feeling burdened by too much responsibility
thinking that what I do is never good enough
not being appreciated for what I do for people
being upset because others aren't trying as hard as I am
obsessing about what I did or what I should do
being tense, anxious, and taking things too seriously
Ones as Children Often
criticize themselves in anticipation of criticism from others
refrain from doing things that they think might not come out perfect
focus on living up to the expectations of their parents and teachers
are very responsible; may assume the role of parent
hold back negative emotions ("good children aren't angry")
Ones as Parents
As a 5: The investigator - Observers have a need for knowledge and are introverted, analytical, curious and insightful.
How to Get Along with Me
What I Like About Being a Five
What's Hard About Being a Five
being slow to put my knowledge and insights out in the world
feeling bad when I act defensive or like a know-it-all
being pressured to be with people when I don't want to be
watching others with better social skills, but less intelligence or
technical skill, do better professionally
Fives as Children Often
spend a lot of time alone reading, making collections, and so on
have a few special friends rather than many
are very bright and curious and do well in school
have independent minds and often question their parents and teachers
watch events from a detached point of view, gathering information
assume a poker face in order not to look afraid
are sensitive; avoid interpersonal conflict
feel intruded upon and controlled and/or ignored and neglected
Fives as Parents
Fives as Parents
Yep. That's me!
Take the test yourself and tell me what you are in the comments!
Find out more about yourself here.
i am a two :) i'll take it. being a helper is a good thing. that was fun! thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBeing two is great! I have a lot of friends who are two's. They are great friends and always there for me!
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