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[Type 9] Type 9 Enneagram Profile

Duffy

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I might have read that as well, but it doesn't make any sense to me. A sense of pure personal authenticity negates any reason for comparison which is necessary in order to envy someone. I would expect that trait with an externally aggressive type like 7 or 8.

The descriptions of 4's can emphasize personal sensitivity, which I have, but I don't indulge it. It embarrasses me to claim and defend my own sensitivities. How do 4's feel about conflict?

Well, there are 4s with 3 or 5 wing, so maybe that answers part of it. A 3 wing would give a 4 more of a nose for externally (perhaps universally) valuable assets, thus creating a strong sense of dissonance between who they feel they are, and what they value, versus external forces.

Rather than tackle it from a perspective of conflict, maybe the choice of words better suited for this would be drama. And I don't necessarily mean drama in the most plebian sense of the word. There might be a desire to stir things up within themselves, or in others as a way of having it reflected back to them. I know 4s are known for this wide range of emotional endurance and exploration, but I think deep down, it can be fabricated and false and inauthentic. I think this is a way for them, like any other person, to deal with the inherent nothingness because that's scary. So they indulge, even in the negative, masochistically.

Also, I'm not sure what you mean by personal sensitivity.
 

Siúil a Rúin

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Well, there are 4s with 3 or 5 wing, so maybe that answers part of it. A 3 wing would give a 4 more of a nose for externally (perhaps universally) valuable assets, thus creating a strong sense of dissonance between who they feel they are, and what they value, versus external forces.

Rather than tackle it from a perspective of conflict, maybe the choice of words better suited for this would be drama. And I don't necessarily mean drama in the most plebian sense of the word. There might be a desire to stir things up within themselves, or in others as a way of having it reflected back to them. I know 4s are known for this wide range of emotional endurance and exploration, but I think deep down, it can be fabricated and false and inauthentic. I think this is a way for them, like any other person, to deal with the inherent nothingness because that's scary. So they indulge, even in the negative, masochistically.

Also, I'm not sure what you mean by personal sensitivity.
I read subtle signals and get my feelings hurt too easily, but I push through it. After reading more about the types, I think I outwardly project E9, but am inwardly E4. I appear very laid back externally, but I internalize a lot and have significant anxiety issues, but I make sure most people never see it. I'm not truly and thoroughly laid back. It is mostly my longing for peace, but it isn't naturally actualized for me.

Is it possible to have one Enneagram type as your social self and a second one as your private self?

Here is more descriptions of E9
The Peacemaker (the Nine)

Peacemakers are receptive, good-natured, and supportive. They seek union with others and the world around them.

How to Get Along with Me
If you want me to do something, how you ask is important. I especially don't like expectations or pressure.
I like to listen and to be of service, but don't take advatage of this.
Listen until I finish speaking, even though I meander a bit.
Give me time to finish things and make decisions. It's OK to nudge me gently and nonjudgmentally.
Ask me questions to help me get clear.
Tell me when you like how I look. I'm not averse to flattery.
Hug me, show physical affection. It opens me up to my feelings.
I like a good discussion but not a confrontation.
Let me know you like what I've done or said.
Laugh with me and share in my enjoyment of life.

What I Like About Being a Nine
being nonjudgmental and accepting
caring for and being concerned about others
being able to relax and have a good time
knowing that most people enjoy my company; I'm easy to be around
my ability to see many different sides of an issue and to be a good mediator and facilitator
my heightened awareness of sensations, aesthetics, and the here and now
being able to go with the flow and feel one with the universe

What's Hard About Being a Nine
being judged and misunderstood for being placid and/or indecisive
being critical of myself for lacking initiative and discipline
being too sensitive to criticism; taking every raised eyebrow and twitch of the mouth personally
being confused about what I really want
caring too much about what others will think of me
not being listened to or taken seriously

Nines as Children Often
feel ignored and that their wants, opinions, and feelings are unimportant
tune out a lot, especially when others argue
are "good" children: deny anger or keep it to themselves

Nines as Parents
are supportive, kind, and warm
are sometimes overly permissive or non directive
link Type 9 Enneagram Type Description |9types.com
 

Duffy

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I read subtle signals and get my feelings hurt too easily, but I push through it. After reading more about the types, I think I outwardly project E9, but am inwardly E4. I appear very laid back externally, but I internalize a lot and have significant anxiety issues, but I make sure most people never see it. I'm not truly and thoroughly laid back. It is mostly my longing for peace, but it isn't naturally actualized for me.

This sounds like some form of introjection, a characteristic of E4. As far as projecting a certain enneagram type > I don't know. Everyone has a persona they project, unconsciously or not.
 

gromit

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I was reading the link that [MENTION=4324]Kasper[/MENTION] posted and the description of social 9 is so spot on for me. I tend to think I am sp or sx from other descriptions I've read, but the ones on that link for sp or sx don't really fit me as well as the one for so.

So I guess it depends which description you read.

Social Nines seek a sense of well being through social connection and friendship. People of this variant may often not seem like Nines because they are usually more outgoing, active, and involved in their world. There is more warmth and affection expressed by Nines of this variant. They tend to be idealistic and are often supportive of causes, acting as the "social glue" in many organizations and groups. But even in the midst of social activity, Social Nines remain strangely unaware of and unaffected by the problems of others. They are drawn to situations in which they feel they can belong, but they also internally hold themselves apart—usually by emotionally distancing themselves from others while maintaining an outward friendliness.

Since Social Nines tend to be affable and cheerful and enjoy having different experiences, they can resemble Sevens. They also tend to be more task-oriented: they enjoy working on projects and being involved in meaningful activities with others, so they can also resemble Threes. Unlike Threes, however, Social Nines have difficulty sustaining efforts on their own behalf. They do not easily pursue their own goals and tend to get sidetracked by social interactions and others' needs and agendas.
 

ARET45

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A mistype between Nines and Eights might be generated if the wing is especially strong, but as a general rule, the two should be distinguishable in terms of the manner in which they assert themselves. Assertion comes naturally to Eights; not so for Nines. Nines tend to be conflict avoidant; Eights sometimes invite conflict in order to rev up their experience or to “clear the air.” Nines tend to withdraw under stress; Eights to assert themselves.

In my experience, 8w9 would be more likely to be mistyped or appear like a 9, than the reverse. I have never known a 9 I thought could be an 8. Whereas I have considered 9w8 for some 8w9s. Same goes for 1w9. 9s have always seemed more likely to be mistaken for the integration or disintegration than the wings- if mistyped to begin with.
 

Luigi

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Bryan Cranston, actor, is also a 9 :D
 

Pessimistic Hippie

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I was recently typed as this -- well, I've been typed as 9 multiple times, but I didn't really see it until yesterday. And I won't mention who typed me just so she doesn't end up getting messages from potentially several people asking to be typed. xD If I am a 9, I wanted to weigh in on my experience and see if it's something anyone relates to...try to share some reasons why I didn't think I was a 9, based on what I'd read, but that I could see being true now regardless.

For one thing, I find that I'm well aware of when I'm angry. But I'm a lot more likely to express it through text/online rather than face-to-face, because I do know that I have a horrible temper when it gets out of control and I argue with myself a lot over when I should express it, or when I'm being irrational. Which unfortunately means that there have been times when I've been walked all over because I didn't know if it was an appropriate time to express my anger. When it's over text, I guess I just feel as though I can think more clearly AS I'm speaking and so me accidentally lashing out and making a scene isn't something I worry about as much. Or something.

I've also heard it said that 9s are not very opinionated, but I have a ton of opinions about almost everything. It's just that I'll only share them if I think it would really be a help to the greater good. And online is generally where I dump all of those opinions (I tend to use this website a lot specifically xD,) unless I know the person I'm talking to offline VERY well. I tend to feel as though I'm bubbling with a lot of feelings but I try not to express it if I think it'll make me stand out in a bad way, depending on the people I'm around.

All in all, I do crave peace. But I won't accept the illusion of peace; if I think there are underlying problems that need discussing, then I don't have much hesitancy with doing that. For example if there are 6 people in a group, and one of them has been discreetly harrassing another member of the group, I will always call it out even if the majority of the group are content.

I still haven't fully figured out what a 'fear of isolation' means if you're a withdrawn type...all I know is my fear lies with being defective somehow if I don't feel included. And due to how fickle I can be and how much I do naturally isolate myself at the same time, I can become severely depressed if I feel unwanted. Seems counter-productive lol but yeah.
 
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