Post by 23 on May 27, 2009 12:54:08 GMT -5
Hey everyone! Well, I was browsing around Huffington Post today and found this very interesting article! It basically about a diagram that can pinpoint a certain person's personality by the numbers 1-9. And of course I couldn't help but notice the parallel with this lovely board so I decided to share it with you all!
In terms of the 9 personality traits in this Enneagram (as they are called) and the characters in "9," there is definitely some similarities, and some that are maybe off (particularly numbers 4 and 6, which should be reversed!). The list goes on like this:
Type One-Reformer. Their focus is to make the world 'right' in their eyes. They are conscientious, principled and can be very purpose-driven.
Type Two-Helper. Their focus is to take care of others needs in an effort to feel loved and accepted. They are generous, empathetic and can be very humble.
Type Three-Achiever. To be perceived as successful in the eyes of others is their goal. They are assertive, like to be the best, and have a focus on winning.
Type Four-Individualist. Artistic, with an eye for beauty, this type is highly attuned to their own emotions and that of others. They are the consummate romantic and can retreat into their inner fantasy world.
Type Five-Investigator. With a passion for knowledge/ideas, and an ability to focus along with a keen intellect this type is a visionary, able to articulate whole new paradigms. They have also earned a reputation as the 'absent-minded' professor.
Type Six-Loyalist. Full of courage and ability to stay the course, this type is trustworthy and self-reliant. When not filled with doubt they are very decisive and committed.
Type Seven-The Enthusiast. Joyful, playful and spontaneous this type has an ability to savor the richness of the world. If not distracted or scattered, they have huge potential for accomplishment.
Type Eight-The Challenger. Intensity! They are self-determining, big-hearted and powerful. At times their need for control can be overwhelming.
Type Nine-The Peacemaker. Peace and harmony is the driver for a Nine. At their best they are patient, unpretentious and have the ability to recognize the highest potential in others.
This seems like alot of fun! Judging by the information given I think I'm a 4 with hints of 7. How about you all???
If you're interested in what the rest of the article says, here's the link www.huffingtonpost.com/karen-leland/whats-your-number-underst_b_207626.html
In terms of the 9 personality traits in this Enneagram (as they are called) and the characters in "9," there is definitely some similarities, and some that are maybe off (particularly numbers 4 and 6, which should be reversed!). The list goes on like this:
Type One-Reformer. Their focus is to make the world 'right' in their eyes. They are conscientious, principled and can be very purpose-driven.
Type Two-Helper. Their focus is to take care of others needs in an effort to feel loved and accepted. They are generous, empathetic and can be very humble.
Type Three-Achiever. To be perceived as successful in the eyes of others is their goal. They are assertive, like to be the best, and have a focus on winning.
Type Four-Individualist. Artistic, with an eye for beauty, this type is highly attuned to their own emotions and that of others. They are the consummate romantic and can retreat into their inner fantasy world.
Type Five-Investigator. With a passion for knowledge/ideas, and an ability to focus along with a keen intellect this type is a visionary, able to articulate whole new paradigms. They have also earned a reputation as the 'absent-minded' professor.
Type Six-Loyalist. Full of courage and ability to stay the course, this type is trustworthy and self-reliant. When not filled with doubt they are very decisive and committed.
Type Seven-The Enthusiast. Joyful, playful and spontaneous this type has an ability to savor the richness of the world. If not distracted or scattered, they have huge potential for accomplishment.
Type Eight-The Challenger. Intensity! They are self-determining, big-hearted and powerful. At times their need for control can be overwhelming.
Type Nine-The Peacemaker. Peace and harmony is the driver for a Nine. At their best they are patient, unpretentious and have the ability to recognize the highest potential in others.
This seems like alot of fun! Judging by the information given I think I'm a 4 with hints of 7. How about you all???
If you're interested in what the rest of the article says, here's the link www.huffingtonpost.com/karen-leland/whats-your-number-underst_b_207626.html