Nine perspectives. Select a number to explore.
Get to know the pattern
Type 2 describes a pattern of building connection through support and attention to other people. Helping can be deeply satisfying, but the wish to be needed can sometimes make your own needs harder to express. Recognizing this pattern does not mean that every act of care has a hidden motive.
Possible strengths
You may notice when someone needs encouragement and take practical steps to support them.
Possible challenges
Offering more than you can sustain can lead to disappointment when others do not notice what you need.
A question for reflection
What could you ask for directly instead of hoping someone will notice?
Think of a specific situation from the past week. What could you have done a little differently?
One of nine ways of meeting the world. See what feels familiar and explore the nuances in your profile.
Take the Enneagram testThe nine Enneagram types
The Enneagram describes nine patterns of motivation and behavior. Explore the types as prompts for reflection. Scientific support for the classification is limited.
- Type 1 · The ReformerStandards, responsibility and improvement
- Type 2 · The HelperCare, connection and being needed
- Type 3 · The AchieverGoals, achievement and recognition
- Type 4 · The IndividualistIdentity, emotional depth and authenticity
- Type 5 · The InvestigatorUnderstanding, independence and space
- Type 6 · The LoyalistTrust, preparation and security
- Type 7 · The EnthusiastPossibilities, variety and freedom
- Type 8 · The ChallengerAutonomy, directness and influence
- Type 9 · The PeacemakerHarmony, steadiness and common ground
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