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Type 9
The Mediator or
The PeacemakerType Nine is sometimes called The Mediator
or The Peacemaker. Nines make good
mediators because they can naturally see
all sides of an issue and feel motivated to
reduce conflict and create harmony. They
are usually affable and easygoing, and they
focus their attention on getting along with
other people. They tend to be out of touch
with their own anger and their own agenda,
because having anger or strong opinions
might invite conflict with others, which they
dislike and so habitually avoid. Nines often
have a hard time saying no and taking a
stand for their own desires, and so can say
yes when they mean no, and can be passive-
aggressive when their unacknowledged
anger leaks out or gets acted out.Type 8
The Boss or
The ChallengerType Eight is sometimes called The Boss or The Challenger.
Eights tend to be oriented toward strength and power. Eights
usually move toward conflict and confrontation more easily
than other types. They also have more ready access to anger
than most of the other types. Eights focus their attention
on establishing control, the big picture, moving important
things forward, and who has the power. They have big energy,
though they can underestimate their impact on others. They
can be excessive, impulsive, generous, and protective of
others. They are natural leaders, but have a blind spot when it
comes to their own vulnerability.Type 5
The Observer or
The InvestigatorType Five is sometimes called The Observer.
They tend to be introverted and shy, and less
expressive emotionally than other types. They
focus their attention on thinking, on interesting
intellectual pursuits and interests, and creating
boundaries to maintain privacy. They often have
the sense that they have a limited amount of
energy and they are sensitive to other people
potentially draining them of their finite stores
of time and energy. They are usually well-
boundaried and can withdraw to a safe place
if they feel threatened by intrusion. They can
be overly boundaried at times and can have a
hard time sharing themselves with others in
relationships.Type 4
The Romantic or
The IndividualistType Four is sometimes called The Romantic.
They value emotions and authenticity, and they
are typically comfortable with a wide range
of emotions, including pain. Because they live
more in their feelings than other people, they
can at times over-identify with their emotions.
They focus their attention on their own internal
world, the status of their connections with
others, whether or not they feel seen and
understood, and the aesthetic aspects of their
environment. In relationships, they value depth
and the genuine expression of feeling. They
tend to be idealistic and creative truth-tellers,
but they can at times get caught up in longing,
melancholy, or a focus on the past.Type 6
The Loyalist or The ContrarianType Six is sometimes called The Devil’s Advocate or The Contrarian
because they can be contrary in their thinking. They have a rebellious
streak and usually have some authority issues—both wanting a good
authority and feeling a sense of mistrust in the presence of authority
figures. They focus their attention on detecting threats to their safety
and preparing in case something dangerous happens. They are
naturally vigilant, and can be either actively fearful (phobic) or strong
and intimidating as a proactive move against fear (counter-phobic).
Good at problem solving, they tend to be loyal, analytical, and good at
troubleshooting, but they can also struggle with paranoia and indecision.Type 7
The Epicure or
The EnthusiastType Seven is sometimes called The Epicure or The Enthusiast. Sevens
tend to be energetic, fast-paced, and optimistic. They focus their
attention on fun and stimulating things to think about and do, on
creating many options, and planning. They are usually enthusiastic,
fun-loving people who dislike feeling uncomfortable feelings including
sadness, anxiety, boredom, or pain. They are good at reframing
negatives into positives, they usually have many interests, and they
usually enjoy engaging socially with others. Their central challenges
include dealing with difficult or uncomfortable emotions, showing up
for conflict in relationships, and focusing on one thing at a time.Type 4 Type 4 Type 4
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