Are your wings helping or hurting you? - Type Nine

Season #2

In this episode, Kelsey Taylor interviews Enneagram Nines, Trey Johnson and Jamie Roucloux on their wings. In the context of the Enneagram, your wings are the two numbers directly adjacent to your primary Type.

 

The 9w1 is known as “The Dreamer” and these two types blend well together. They both care about what is just and fair. The One seeks fairness through rules, while the Nine seeks fairness in making sure everyone has a chance to voice their opinion.

When healthy this Nine is balanced and productive. They stand up for what they believe is right. They are self-assured and they share their opinions, thoughts, and ideas with confidence.When they are not healthy they are silently judgmental and resentful. They avoid their problems while quietly blaming others for their flaws.

The 9w8 is known as “The Comfort Seeker” and this combination is like oil and water. The Nine wants to keep the peace and maintain harmony with others, while the Eight is all too comfortable and willing to vocalize when they disagree.

When healthy this Nine is steady and able to stand their ground. They are independent, present to themselves, and fully connected with others. They are positive and have a calming presence. When they are not healthy they are quiet and withdrawn. Instead of working through conflict they avoid or cut the conflict completely out of their life leading to the very thing they want to avoid most: loss of connection with others.

 

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