Type Compatibility: The Most Common Couples
| Most Common Match If The: | |
|---|
| Woman is Type 3 (Achiever) | Man is Type 1 (Perfectionist) |
| Woman is Type 4 (Artist) | Man is Type 9 (Peacemaker) |
| Woman is Type 5 (Thinker) | Man is Type 1 (Perfectionist) |
| Woman is Type 6 (Loyalist) | Man is Type 8 (Leader) or Type 9 (Peacemaker) |
Do you ever change Enneagram types? No. The patterns that make up our personality type are so deeply ingrained that they continue to dominate our experiences throughout our lives. We do, however, experience and manifest the patterns of other personality types.
The website Statistical Solutions reported that The Enneagram Institute's Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator (RHETI) is 72 percent accurate, which is a pretty high score for this type of test. "Studies concluded the instrument as scientifically 'valid and reliable' as a test instrument with 'solid psychometrics.
Integrative Enneagram Questionnaire
List of Free Enneagram Tests
- The Enneagram Personality Test. Truity, a psychometrics company, offers a free version of the Enneagram quiz.
- The Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator.
- Eclectic Energies Enneagram Tests.
- The Enneagram Test.
- Open Enneagram of Personality Scales.
- TrueSelf Personality Test.
Twos are empathetic, sincere, and warm-hearted. They are friendly, generous, and self-sacrificing, but can also be sentimental, flattering, and people-pleasing. They are well-meaning and driven to be close to others, but can slip into doing things for others in order to be needed.
A significant proportion of INFJs identified 4 as their Enneagram type. Though the 4 type is most strongly correlated with the introverted feeling cognitive function, it is plausible that the combination of introverted intuition and extroverted feeling could mimic Fi in many ways, resulting in the type 4 INFJ.
As for notation, Enneagram wings are officially referenced to (in addition to your main Enneagram type) as '[Core Enneagram Type Number]w[Wing Number]'. For example, “5w6” reads aloud as “Five Wing Six”. In this case, the core Enneagram type is Five, and the respective supporting wing is Six.
Type Six in BriefThe committed, security-oriented type. Sixes are reliable, hard-working, responsible, and trustworthy. Excellent "troubleshooters," they foresee problems and foster cooperation, but can also become defensive, evasive, and anxious—running on stress while complaining about it.
People with an enneagram type four wing five personality tend to identify most with type fours, but may also relate to type fives. They are introspective, creative, and perceptive in their behavior. They want to form a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.
Type Twos commonly pair well with Threes, Eights.In a Two-Three partnership, they share similar interests, energy levels, and charisma, making this a high-energy match.
Type One in BriefWell-organized, orderly, and fastidious, they try to maintain high standards, but can slip into being critical and perfectionistic. They typically have problems with resentment and impatience. At their Best: wise, discerning, realistic, and noble. Can be morally heroic.
Enneagram Type Threes are driven, inspiring leaders. According to The Enneagram Institute, “threes really can and do achieve great things in the world. They are the “stars” of human nature, and people often look up to them because of their graciousness and personal accomplishments.
Enneagram Type 1 - The PerfectionistOnes are a body-based type with an emphasis on personal integrity and self control. Their attention goes toward seeing and correcting what is wrong, and doing the right thing. They are known for their honesty, dependability and common sense.
Enneagram Type 1 (The Perfectionist)Under stress, you disintegrate to Type 4 (The Individualist) and fall into spells of melancholy, longing and feeling misunderstood. You may suddenly become aware of art and how it relates to your personal life. Sappy or angsty lyrics and films begin to make sense.
People with an enneagram type nine wing one personality tend to identify more with the type nine, but also share several traits with the one type. They are hardworking, creative, and friendly in their behavior. They are generally more idealistic and serious than other nines.
Fours are self-aware, sensitive, and reserved. They are emotionally honest, creative, and personal, but can also be moody and self-conscious. Withholding themselves from others due to feeling vulnerable and defective, they can also feel disdainful and exempt from ordinary ways of living.
