Upbuilding The Self

Enneagram Type 4 The Individualist

Jun 12, 2023

Delve into the complexities of Enneagram Type 4s, known as The Individualist, who strive for authenticity despite feeling misunderstood. Explore their journey through different levels of consciousness and learn how to support them in personal and professional life.

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Type 4 individuals embody originality, depth, and beauty, striving to express their core selves effortlessly.

Fours navigate a quest for authenticity, fearing the loss of their true selves and seeking emotional validation.

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Understanding Essence Qualities of Type Four

Type four individuals are characterized by their essence qualities of originality, depth, and beauty. They strive to bring something unique into the world, deeply rooted in their core selves, and connected to the concept of beauty. However, embodying these diverse qualities can be challenging and requires integration. When operating from their essence, the fours find a natural flow in expressing these qualities, where the fusion of originality, depth, and beauty becomes effortless.

Introduction

4min

Exploring the Enneagram Type 4's Quest for Authenticity

4min

Exploring Identity Through Emotions and Vulnerability

3min

Embracing Authenticity Through the Enneagram Type 4 Journey

15min

Exploring the Importance of Recognizing the Good in Oneself and Others for Enneagram Type 4 Individuals

3min

Enneagram Type 4s, nicknamed The Individualist, try to be authentic with every fiber of their being, but it’s so hard for them to know who they really are deep down. They often feel overwhelmed trying to do justice to their talents, all the while feeling misunderstood by people who move too fast, are too shallow, and act too harshly to understand their full heart. Famous examples include Bob Dylan, Johnny Depp, Prince, Michael Jackson, and Frida Kahlo.

In this episode, we explore the essence of the Type 4 and the insecurities and motivations that drive their every action and relationship. We walk you through the story of the Type 4’s life by looking at their journey through the Levels of Consciousness from their healthiest to their average to their most destructive ways of operating. We close the episode by offering a critical type-tailored practice to help 4s rise up in consciousness and be the best version of themselves.

This episode is designed to help Type 4s thrive in their personal and professional lives by fostering a deeper understanding of their insecurities and motivations. It’s also an invaluable resource for friends, partners, and colleagues of Type 4s who wish to better support and relate to them.

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