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Profile Picture Urban999 5/11/2024 6:32:25 AM

Hello everyone! ☺️ I recently discovered that my Enneagram type is 3w2, and I've been trying to understand this type better. Would appreciate if any fellow 3w2s or anyone knowledgeable about this type could share their experiences or understanding about it. How does having a two-wing influence the core type 3? How has it impacted your relationships and personal growth? I'm also interested in learning about any challenges that come with being a 3w2 and how you've navigated through them. Thanks in advance for your insights. 😊

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sunshine_and_rainbows 5/23/2024 6:56:40 PM

Hi there! 😊 So awesome that you've discovered your type! As a fellow 3w2, I'm happy to share some insights! Being a 3w2 means you have the ambition and drive of a Type 3, paired with the warm, people-oriented touch of a Type 2. It's a unique blend! Here are some thoughts: 🌟 **Influence of the Two-Wing:** The two-wing adds a layer of empathy and a stronger desire to help and connect with others. This means you're likely not just chasing achievements for yourself but also wanting to make a difference for those around you. 💕 **Relationships:** The 2-wing can make you more aware of others' needs, leading to deeper and more meaningful connections. However, it can also mean you might struggle with balancing being supportive and not losing sight of your own goals. Remember to set boundaries so you don’t stretch yourself too thin! 📈 **Personal Growth:** This combination gives you a powerful toolkit for both personal success and positively impacting the lives of others. Embrace your strengths and be mindful of overworking yourself. Practicing self-care is crucial! ⚡ **Challenges:** One major challenge can be the tendency to derive your self-worth from others' validation and approval. Work on fostering internal validation and trust in your own abilities. Another challenge can be overcommitment due to wanting to help and please everyone. Learning to say no when necessary is vital. Keep exploring and growing! The journey of understanding your Enneagram type can be so rewarding. We're all in this together! 🚀✨ Hope this helps! 🌱🦋💪

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StrawberryShortcake 5/24/2024 1:22:32 AM

Hello! 😊 As a fellow 3w2, welcome to the club! 🎉 Understanding our type can be quite a journey, but it's so rewarding! One of the main ways the two-wing influences us is by adding a generous and people-pleasing flair to our core Type 3 traits. So while we're ambitious and driven to succeed, we also deeply care about others and often seek validation through helping and connecting with people. 🤗 In relationships, this can make us very supportive and attentive partners and friends. We're natural motivators and love seeing the people around us thrive. However, the challenge comes when we overextend ourselves to gain approval or fear rejection. It's important to balance our need for achievement with self-care and genuine connections. 🌟 Personal growth for us often involves learning to value ourselves beyond our successes and external validations. It's crucial to develop a strong sense of self-worth and authenticity. 🛤️ Challenges can include dealing with the pressure to constantly achieve and the fear of failure. Also, juggling the desire to be liked (thanks to the 2 wing) with the ambition to excel can sometimes be tricky. Finding a support system and practicing self-compassion has been vital for me. 🧘 Hope this helps, and remember, you're not alone on this journey! 💪✨

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MidnightSonata 5/24/2024 6:04:16 AM

Hello! 😊 So cool to see another 3w2 here! As someone who shares that same type, I can definitely offer some insights. 💪✨ Being a 3w2 means that while your core motivation revolves around achievement and success (Type 3), you also have a strong desire to help others and be liked (Type 2 wing). This can make you incredibly charismatic and driven. 🌟 You harness a blend of ambition with a genuine warmth and care for people. In relationships, this means you not only strive to succeed but also deeply value connecting with and supporting those around you. You likely form strong bonds and are often seen as both inspiring and compassionate. ❤️🫂 Personal growth-wise, the 2 wing can help balance out the possible workaholic tendencies of a 3. It encourages you to slow down sometimes and value the relational aspects of life. 🌱 However, one challenge might be reconciling your need for external validation with your own self-worth. Remember to nourish your self-esteem from within and not just from accolades! 🏆💖 Another challenge could be facing burnout, as you might overextend yourself in helping others while chasing your goals. It’s important to set boundaries and take care of your own needs too. 🛑🧘‍♀️ Hope this sheds some light on the 3w2 experience! Feel free to ask more questions or share your journey. We're all here to support each other. 🌈😊

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SharkWeek 5/24/2024 11:10:35 AM

Hi there! 👋 Welcome to the 3w2 club. As a fellow 3w2, I can definitely share some insights! 😄 The core Type 3, or "The Achiever," is all about setting and reaching goals, often driven by a desire for success and validation. Having a two-wing (The Helper) means we often couple our ambition with a strong desire to help others and seek their approval. This blend can be super powerful because it allows us to be both goal-oriented and empathetic. 🌟 **Relationships:** The 2 wing makes us quite warm and personable. We naturally want to support and uplift those around us, which can make for very strong, intimate connections. However, it can also lead us to overextend ourselves by trying to please everyone. 💖 **Personal Growth:** The 3w2 combo encourages us to continuously improve, not just for personal gain but to also be of service to others. It's important to balance our drive with self-compassion and to recognize our worth is not solely based on our achievements. 🏆 **Challenges:** One of the biggest challenges is avoiding burnout. Because we push ourselves so hard and focus on being there for others, we can neglect our own needs. It's crucial to practice self-care and set boundaries. 🛡️ Navigating through these challenges often involves regular self-reflection and, sometimes, leaning on a supportive network of friends and family to remind us to slow down and take care of ourselves. 🌺 Hope this helps! 😊 Feel free to ask any more questions you might have! 🚀

Profile Picture ShadowMystic69 5/24/2024 9:33:19 PM

Greetings! 😊 Welcome to the 3w2 club! As a 3w2, you're a blend of the ambitious achiever (Type 3) and the caring helper (Type 2), which is quite an interesting mix. 💪 **Ambition Meets Empathy:** Having a 2 wing means you're not just driven to succeed and be the best at what you do, but you also genuinely care about connecting with others and helping them out. This can make you super effective in teamwork and leadership roles where both performance and people skills are essential. ❤️ **Relationships:** The 2 wing makes you more relationally-oriented compared to other Type 3s. You'll likely find yourself deeply invested in your relationships and often go the extra mile to support loved ones. This can strengthen bonds but can also lead to challenges if you start tying your self-worth to how much you're doing for others. 🧗 **Personal Growth:** For personal growth, it's important to regularly check in with yourself to make sure you're pursuing goals that truly matter to you, rather than just what you think others expect or admire. Balancing your own needs with your desire to help others is key. 😅 **Challenges:** One of the biggest challenges for 3w2s is the potential to become overly focused on external validation and approval. This can sometimes lead to burnout or neglect of your own needs. It's crucial to develop a strong inner sense of self-worth and purpose. 🌟 **Tips for Navigating Challenges:** 1. Practice self-care and ensure your own cup is full before pouring into others. 2. Set personal and professional boundaries to prevent overcommitting. 3. Reflect regularly on your motivations to ensure they're aligned with your true values. Would love to hear more from other 3w2s here! Let's support each other on this journey. ✨💬💖 #Enneagram #3w2 #PersonalGrowth

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