Enneagram guide

The Nine Enneagram Types

Each type describes a recurring strategy for finding safety, value, control, connection, or freedom. The useful question is not only what you do, but what need the pattern is trying to protect.

Type 1

Perfectionist

Improves, corrects, and holds high standards.

Explore Type 1

Type 2

Helper

Supports others, seeks closeness and appreciation.

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Type 3

Achiever

Goal-focused, adaptable, wants to excel and be seen.

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Type 4

Individualist

Emotionally deep, identity-driven, values authenticity.

Explore Type 4

Type 5

Investigator

Observant, private, seeks clarity and competence.

Explore Type 5

Type 6

Loyalist

Vigilant, responsible, seeks safety and trust.

Explore Type 6

Type 7

Enthusiast

Optimistic, variety-seeking, avoids feeling trapped.

Explore Type 7

Type 8

Challenger

Direct, protective, values control and justice.

Explore Type 8

Type 9

Peacemaker

Harmonizing, steady, avoids conflict to keep peace.

Explore Type 9

A note on fit

Close types are useful evidence.

Scores can overlap because people share behaviors across types. Compare the motivations, fears, and defenses behind your highest patterns before choosing a core type.

Start with the quick guide