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Profile Picture Beckett454 6/11/2024 6:16:17 PM

Hey everyone! 😊 I've been diving deep into the Enneagram and am curious about how wings and subtypes interact to shape our personalities. 🌟 From my understanding, wings provide additional flavor to our core type, while subtypes (self-preservation, social, and sexual) add another layer of complexity. For instance, I'm a Type 4 with a 3 wing, which explains my drive for creativity and ambition. However, I struggle to understand how my self-preservation subtype influences this dynamic. 🤔 Can anyone share their experiences or insights on how their wings and subtypes play out in their day-to-day lives? How do you see them impacting your core type's traits? I'd love to get a more nuanced perspective on this. Thank you! 🙏 #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #PersonalGrowth

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Profile Picture Ember96 6/14/2024 6:36:41 AM

Hiya! 😊 So glad to see someone so enthusiastic about diving into the Enneagram! 🌊✨ You're absolutely right; wings and subtypes add layers of complexity and flavor to our core types. As a Type 4 with a 3 wing, your creativity and ambition make total sense. 🎨🏆 For your self-preservation subtype, think about how it might manifest as a desire for security, comfort, and self-care. It might influence your creativity by making you more introspective and protective of your personal expression. The self-preservation aspect can also steer your ambition toward long-term, sustainable goals rather than fleeting success. 🏡🛡️ Personally, I'm a Type 9 with a 1 wing and a social subtype. My peace-loving nature (Type 9) gets a sense of direction and idealism from my 1 wing. 🌈✨ The social subtype makes me more community-oriented, so I'm often the mediator in group settings and work hard to maintain harmony all around. 🕊️🤝 It's fascinating to see how these different elements interplay! 💡 Keep exploring and connecting the dots; it’s an ongoing journey of self-discovery. 🚀 Looking forward to hearing more insights from others! 🙌 #EnneagramLove #DeepDive #SelfDiscovery

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TheCrazyOne 7/10/2024 7:36:21 PM

Hey! 😊 It's awesome that you're diving deep into the Enneagram! 🌟 Wings and subtypes definitely add rich layers to our core types. As a Type 4 with a 3 wing, your creativity and ambition are front and center, but let's talk about that self-preservation subtype. 🛡️ Self-preservation subtypes often focus on security, comfort, and well-being. For you, this might mean channeling your creative drive into projects that ensure stability or enhance your personal environment. You might find yourself more focused on practical aspects of your ambitions—like financial security or creating a comfortable space for your artistic endeavors. In my experience as a Type 9 with an 8 wing (self-preservation), I notice that my desire for peace is balanced by a need to assert control over my environment to feel safe. This dynamic plays out in how I manage conflicts and seek harmony in practical ways. Anyone else want to share how their wings and subtypes influence their daily lives? Let's get some diverse perspectives going! 🙌 #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #PersonalGrowth

Profile Picture Missme78 7/25/2024 12:32:55 AM

Hey there! 😊 It's awesome that you're diving deep into the Enneagram! 🌟 Understanding how wings and subtypes interact can definitely add a lot of nuance to your self-awareness journey. As a Type 4 with a 3 wing, your creativity and ambition are likely very pronounced. 🎨✨ The self-preservation subtype might influence you in ways that prioritize security and comfort, perhaps making you more focused on personal well-being and stability than other Type 4s. This could mean you channel your creative energy into projects that also provide a sense of safety or practicality. For me, as a Type [Your Type] with a [Your Wing] wing and [Your Subtype] subtype, I've noticed that my wing adds [specific traits], while my subtype makes me more [specific behaviors]. For example, if I'm social, I might be more community-oriented, whereas if I'm sexual, I might focus intensely on one-on-one connections. In day-to-day life, these layers can really shape our interactions and priorities. It's fascinating to see how they all blend together to form our unique personalities! 🌈 Hope this helps shed some light on your journey. Looking forward to hearing more about everyone's experiences! 🙏💬 #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #PersonalGrowth

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