Not Overthinking

Do we have a specific personality type?

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Aug 8, 2021
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INSIGHT

Naming Patterns Brings Clarity

  • Ali says personality typing gives relief by showing we aren't unique in our struggles and helps put words to recurring internal patterns.
  • He notes this descriptive clarity can help people understand their fears, desires and behaviours better.
INSIGHT

Type Plus Health Levels Creates Nuance

  • The Enneagram pairs nine types with nine developmental levels, producing nuanced profiles rather than fixed rankings.
  • Ali explains health levels matter more than type hierarchy; healthier levels mean better functioning across any type.
ANECDOTE

Friends React Differently To Types

  • Ali reads Type One (The Reformer) and notes a friend strongly resonated with it, while he himself was baffled.
  • This demonstrates how different people can sharply identify with distinct Enneagram descriptions.
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