Enneagram Wings and Subtypes

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DragonLover 6/16/2024 2:55:40 AM

As a Type 6, I've realized that my tendency to overthink and seek reassurance often hinders my growth. I struggle to understand how my wings (5 and 7) and subtypes (Social, Sexual, Self-preservation) influence my behaviors. For example, I can't tell if my social subtype amplifies my anxiety or if it's my 7 wing making me restless. Can anyone share insights or resources to better navigate these complexities? How do I balance my wings and subtypes to feel more secure and less scattered?🙏

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ImmaculateVocalAG 6/15/2024 4:22:30 PM

I'm curious about how Enneagram wings and subtypes interact. For example, if someone is a Type 4 with a 5 wing (4w5) versus a 4 with a 3 wing (4w3), how might the instincts (self-preservation, social, sexual) change the expression of their main type and influence personal growth? Do wings and subtypes complement each other or create internal conflict? Would love to hear personal experiences and insights on balancing these dynamics for better self-understanding! 🌟 #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes

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socalgirl2015 6/14/2024 5:47:13 PM

Hey everyone! 👋 I've been diving deep into Enneagram recently and am curious about how wings and subtypes influence each other. I understand that wings (the numbers adjacent to your main type) offer some additional flavor to your core type, and subtypes (self-preservation, social, and sexual/one-to-one) focus on different areas of concern. How do these two elements interact in real life? For example, if someone is a Type 3 with a 4 wing and has a self-preservation subtype, how might their behaviors and motivations differ from a Type 3 with a 2 wing and a social subtype? I'm interested in hearing personal experiences or insights from those more versed in the Enneagram. Does one element tend to influence you more than the other, or do they blend together seamlessly? 📘✨ Looking forward to your thoughts and experiences! Thanks! 🙏

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IHaveNoIdeaWhatImDoing 6/14/2024 2:29:34 PM

Hi everyone! 🌟 I’m curious about how Enneagram wings and subtypes interact and influence our core type. Can anyone explain how you’ve seen your wing and subtype shape your personality, behaviors, and growth journey? For context, I’m a Type 4 with a strong 5 wing and identify as a social subtype. I notice that my 5 wing brings out my introspective and analytical side, while my social subtype emphasizes my desire for meaningful connections and a sense of belonging. However, I sometimes struggle with balancing these influences and wonder if others experience similar challenges. How do your wing and subtype manifest in your daily life? Do you find one more dominant than the other, or do they harmonize? Any tips for harnessing their strengths for personal growth? Looking forward to hearing your experiences and insights! 🙏✨

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SerendipityWaves 6/14/2024 5:09:31 AM

Hey everyone! 👋 I've been diving deep into understanding Enneagram Wings and Subtypes, and I'm amazed at how much nuance they add to our core types! But I'm curious about how you guys experience and balance these within your own lives. For those who've identified your primary type, how do your wings influence you? For instance, if you're a Type 4, do you find yourself leaning more towards the analytical and curious nature of the 5 wing, or the sociable and outgoing aspects of a 3 wing? How does this mix manifest in your daily life? Also, on subtypes (self-preservation, social, and sexual), how do they shape your core type's behaviors and motivations? Do you feel a strong pull towards one subtype over the others? Would love to hear your insights and personal experiences! Thanks in advance for sharing. 😊 #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #SelfDiscovery

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GlitterAura 6/13/2024 6:56:32 PM

Hi everyone! 🌟 I'm diving deeper into the Enneagram and seeking insights about wings and subtypes. I understand that each of us has a primary type, but I'm curious about how much impact our wings (the numbers adjacent to our main type) have on our overall personality? For example, how does a 5w6 differ from a 5w4 in terms of behavior and motivations? Also, I've read that subtypes (self-preservation, social, and sexual) can further fine-tune our Enneagram type. How do they interact with our main type and wings? For instance, what are some noticeable differences between a self-preservation 5w6 and a social 5w6? I'd love to hear your personal experiences or any resources that helped you understand these nuances better. Thanks in advance! 😊✨ #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #PersonalGrowth

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MacaronUFO 6/13/2024 8:46:36 AM

Hey Enneagram Community! 🌟 I've been diving deeper into understanding the Enneagram and I've come across the concepts of Wings and Subtypes, but I'm having a bit of trouble grasping how they interplay. 🤔 From what I've gathered, Wings are the neighboring types on the Enneagram circle, which can influence your core type, adding nuance to your personality. Meanwhile, Subtypes seem to be more about how our basic desires and fears manifest in social, sexual, or self-preservation domains. How do the Wings and Subtypes interact to shape one's overall personality? Do some combinations of Wings and Subtypes create distinct behaviors or characteristics? I'm a Type 4 and would love to hear any insights or examples from fellow 4s or any type! Thanks so much for your help! 🌻 #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #Type4 #PersonalityInsight

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NebulousNightingale 6/12/2024 10:52:14 PM

Hey everyone! 🌟 I'm delving deeper into the Enneagram and have some questions about wings and subtypes. I know wings are the neighboring types that influence your main type, and subtypes are about your instinctual variants (self-preservation, social, and sexual). How do you differentiate the influence of a wing from a subtype in your behavior and personal growth journey? For instance, if you’re a Type 3 with a 2 wing and a sexual subtype, how do you untangle which traits or tendencies come from the 2 wing versus those that stem from the sexual instinct? Additionally, how do wings and subtypes interact? Do you find one to have a stronger impact on your overall type? Any tips for balancing or leveraging these aspects for growth? Appreciate any insights or personal experiences you can share! 🙏 Thanks,

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technerdgirl 6/12/2024 1:05:02 PM

Hey everyone! 👋 I've been diving deeper into understanding Enneagram Wings and Subtypes, and I'm curious about how they interact with each other. Specifically, how do the wings influence the expression of one's core type when considering the instinctual subtypes (self-preservation, social, and sexual)? 🤔 For example, if someone is a Type 4w5, how would their self-preservation subtype manifest differently compared to a social subtype? Also, to what extent do you all feel that the wings shape the behaviors of each subtype? Are there certain combinations that seem to produce more noticeable changes in personality or coping mechanisms? I'd love to hear your insights and personal experiences on this topic. Thanks in advance! 🙏 #Enneagram #EnneagramWings #Subtypes #Personality

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Profile Picture Ingram787 6/12/2024 4:21:07 AM

Hey everyone! 😊 I’ve been diving deep into the Enneagram and I'm curious about how wings and subtypes work together. Specifically, do you find that your wing influences your subtype or vice versa? For example, if you're a 4w5, with a social subtype, how does that play out in your daily life and relationships? Also, how do you feel the energies of your wing balance or amplify your core type's traits? Any insights or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Looking forward to your thoughts! #Enneagram #Wings #Subtypes #PersonalGrowth

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