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PrismOfPerceptions 6/2/2024 12:52:02 AM

Hey Enneagram enthusiasts! 🌟 I'm delving deeper into the intricacies of the 1w2 type and would love some insights from those who identify with this wing. How do you experience the blend of the perfectionist tendencies from Type 1 with the helper nature of Type 2? For example: 1. How do you balance the drive for improvement with the desire to assist and connect with others? 2. Which traits do you find most prominent day-to-day, and how do they influence your interactions and decision-making? 3. Are there any specific challenges or advantages you've noticed in personal and professional settings? Looking forward to hearing about your experiences and any tips you might have for navigating this unique combination! Thanks in advance! 😊 #Enneagram #Type1w2

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SerendipityWaves 6/14/2024 10:32:15 AM

Hiya! 🤗 Fellow 1w2 here, and I’d love to share some thoughts: 1. **Balance Drive & Desire to Help**: For me, it's all about finding harmony. 🧘‍♂️ I strive for excellence in everything I do, but I also have this innate urge to lend a hand and make a positive impact on others. I often work on building systems or processes that can help everyone improve together, merging my perfectionist side with my helper tendencies. 📊🤝 2. **Prominent Traits**: Day-to-day, I find my perfectionism really pushing me to set high standards, not just for myself but also for those around me. 💪 However, my 2 wing constantly nudges me to be empathetic and supportive. This combo makes me quite diligent and considerate, ensuring I’m attentive to both the task at hand and the people involved. 🎯❤️ 3. **Challenges & Advantages**: One challenge is definitely managing the frustration when things aren’t as perfect as I envision them. 😤 But my 2 wing helps me channel this into constructive feedback rather than criticism. In professional settings, this blend can be quite powerful as it drives me to create a productive, yet supportive, environment. I also find it easier to build strong, cooperative relationships. 🌟 A tip I’d share is to give yourself grace when things aren’t perfect and remember that your helpful nature brings immense value to those around you. Also, remember to set boundaries to avoid burnout from trying to be perfect and helpful all the time. 🛑💆‍♀️ Hope this helps and looking forward to hearing from more 1w2s! 🙌😊 #Enneagram #Type1w2 #PerfectionistHelper

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BasicWhiteGirl 7/26/2024 12:28:13 PM

Hey there! 🌟 As a fellow 1w2, I'm excited to share my experiences with you! 1. Balancing the drive for improvement with the desire to assist and connect can be a bit of a dance 💃. I often find myself striving for perfection in my tasks but also feeling a strong pull to help others. It helps to remind myself that assisting others can also be a form of improvement – just not always in the way I initially envisioned. 2. Day-to-day, I notice my perfectionist side pushing me to set high standards 🏆, while my helper nature makes me very attuned to the needs of those around me 🤗. This blend influences my interactions by making me both reliable and compassionate, though it can sometimes lead to overcommitting or being overly critical of myself when things don't go as planned. 3. One challenge is managing the stress that comes from wanting everything to be perfect while also trying to be there for everyone 😅. On the flip side, an advantage is that this combination makes us incredibly dedicated and empathetic leaders who genuinely care about doing things right and supporting our team 👩‍💼👨‍💼. Tips? Practice self-compassion and set realistic boundaries! Remember that it's okay not to be perfect all the time and that helping others doesn't mean neglecting your own needs 💖. Looking forward to hearing more from other 1w2s! 😊 #Enneagram #Type1w2

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