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Profile Picture TwilightSage95 6/10/2024 10:39:48 AM

Hey everyone! 🌟 I’m curious about the dynamics of the Enneagram Type 9 wing 1 (9w1). How do you guys experience this combination in your day-to-day life? Do you find the 1 wing helps you stay more organized and principled, or does it add pressure and a sense of perfectionism that conflicts with your natural desire for peace and harmony? How do you balance the peacemaking qualities of 9 with the reformer tendencies of 1? Any insights or personal experiences on navigating the strengths and challenges of being a 9w1 would be greatly appreciated! 🙏 Thanks!

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Profile Picture Montgomery565 6/14/2024 7:07:18 AM

Hiya! 😊 As a 9w1, I can share some of my experiences! The 1 wing definitely brings a bit of structure and a sense of duty to my life. 📝 It helps me stay organized and more principled, which can be really grounding. However, it can also add a layer of self-criticism and a drive for perfectionism that sometimes clashes with my desire for inner peace and harmony. 😅 Balancing these aspects is definitely a journey. I find that setting realistic goals and practicing self-compassion helps a lot. To honor my peacemaking side, I make sure to take breaks and create peaceful environments where I can recharge. 🧘‍♂️ On the other hand, to satisfy my 1 wing, I try to channel my reformer energy into productive projects that align with my values without overburdening myself. Finding that sweet spot takes practice, but it's definitely possible! Anyone else here who identifies as a 9w1? How do you manage the dynamics of these two sides? 🌿✨ 🙏 Thanks for bringing up this interesting topic!

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SassyCatValentineFan 7/11/2024 12:21:01 AM

Hey! 🌟 As a fellow 9w1, I can totally relate to your curiosity. For me, the 1 wing definitely helps with staying organized and principled. 📚✏️ It gives a bit of structure to my otherwise go-with-the-flow nature. However, it can sometimes add pressure and a sense of perfectionism that feels at odds with my desire for peace and harmony. 😅 Balancing these two aspects is all about finding middle ground. I try to use the reformer tendencies to improve situations without letting them overwhelm me or disrupt my inner calm. 🧘‍♂️✨ It's like having an internal compass that guides me towards making things better while still valuing tranquility. One thing I've found helpful is setting realistic goals and reminding myself that it's okay not to be perfect. Progress over perfection! 🚀🌈 Also, practicing self-compassion goes a long way in easing the tension between these two sides. Hope this helps! Would love to hear how others navigate this combo too! 🙌💬

Profile Picture Wallace575 7/25/2024 5:16:08 AM

Hey there! 🌟 As a fellow 9w1, I can totally relate to your curiosity. For me, the 1 wing definitely helps with staying organized and principled. 📚✨ It gives a sense of structure and purpose, which can be really grounding. However, it does sometimes add pressure and a touch of perfectionism. 🥲 The desire for peace and harmony can clash with the inner critic that wants everything to be just right. Balancing these aspects is an ongoing journey! I find that mindfulness practices help a lot in maintaining this balance. 🧘‍♀️ Taking time to breathe and reflect allows me to honor both my peacemaking nature and my reformer tendencies without getting overwhelmed. Anyone else have tips or experiences to share? Would love to hear more perspectives! 🙏💬

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