Vizzy
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- 5w4
Like the title says, I'm confident that I'm a 5w4. Did an Enneagram test yesterday and here are my results:
You are most likely a type 5.
Taking wings into account, you seem to be a 5w4.
Type 5 – 9.7
Type 4 – 7
Type 6 – 6
Type 9 – 5.7
Type 2 – 5.7
Wing 5w4 – 13.2
Wing 5w6 – 12.7
Wing 4w5 – 11.9
Wing 6w5 – 10.9
Wing 4w3 – 9.2
Wing 2w3 – 7.9
Wing 6w7 – 7.4
Wing 2w1 – 7.1
Wing 9w1 – 7.1
Wing 9w8 – 6.6
Looks like the following questionnaire is pretty popular here (and it looked like fun) so I thought it'd be a good idea to try it myself.
1. What are 5 key qualities about you, and what is each of their direct opposites?
Example: “I am nice. The opposite of that would be cruel.â€
A. I am curious, inquisitive and eager to learn. The opposite of that would be someone who is braindead or doesn’t appreciate their ability to learn.
B. I am nice and respectful. The opposite of that would be rude.
C. I don’t like the idea of being average, but I am modest. The opposite of that would be someone who boasts their own achievements instead of letting others decide for themselves…and someone who is flamboyant and materialistic.
D. I am open-minded and adventurous at heart. The opposite of that would be an unwillingness to try something new (a cuisine, or activity, etc.) due to unfamiliarity.
E. I’m avoidant and I question my own competence/abilities a lot. The opposite of this would be a confident, carefree and all-round successful person.
2. Now explain why each of the opposites COULD be you and why it might be GOOD to be that opposite characteristic. Own them even if they are negative traits.
Example: “I am nice. The opposite of that would be cruel. I guess I can be cruel because I never tip waiters. Tipping waiters encourages them to stay at these jobs ‘….’â€
A. I guess I can be uninterested in learning sometimes when I don’t care about something enough or when I’m lazy. To be honest, it’s relaxing to not be asking questions or thinking all the time.
B. I can be disrespectful to my own family at time because I’m comfortable enough with them to not wear the smiley mask I often don in public…even though I know they deserve the same friendly treatment I gives strangers…and more. It could be good to show this side of me to others as it means I’m being honest with how I feel.
C. I guess I contradict my own modesty when I think of myself as some special human being who doesn’t belong with “everybody else†even when there are many who feel just as lost. Being too modest may also lead a person to become invisible or ‘skimmed over’ for others who know how to show their strengths.
D. I am sometimes unwilling to try something if it goes against an important value/principle or something that makes me feel extremely awkward. This is good because it saves me from discomfort.
E. It would be nice to not hide my feelings due to fear of embarrassment, and to be truly confident about myself and my chances at everything. Despite possible rejections and failure, this attitude would save me a lot of regrets and successes.
3. What would you say to a 5-year-old child if he or she asked you what the purpose of life is?
The purpose of life is to understand that you’re a small part of this universe. But even so, you should learn as much as you can and remain truly humble. And also, even though you may feel misunderstood or alone, appreciate those who love you.
4. What type of advice would you give that same child on how to survive in this world?
You have to respect yourself and not give up what you believe in because everyone disagrees. As long as you know, accept and seek to improve who you are, you will go through life peacefully and see it as a big adventure.
7. What do you really want in your truest self?
I want to be so confident, competent and content that I’ll stop comparing myself with people who are younger, smarter, more beautiful, more popular, and more happy.
Though I may deny it and say it’s not important to me, I think I want someone I can truly share everything with. I definitely don’t trust anyone enough, but must admit that going through life without a special someone does get lonely. Funnily enough, I have a very easy time shoving this desire aside.
8. What have you substituted/settled for compared to what you really want?
I have settled for being someone who second-guesses all the time and believes that there is always someone more competent for a job I want, or more compatible with a guy I like. As a result, I am currently very much alone (with no relationship experience) and lacking confidence.
9. What are your defense mechanisms?
Sometimes people don’t realize what their true defense mechanisms are because they are working at 100% efficiency. You may have to really think about this one.
Another way to look at the question:
When you start to feel uncomfortable or anxious about a situation, what do you generally start to do?
If it’s a social or relationship-based situation, I retreat and avoid. Acting nonchalant is a strength of mine. Sometimes I play down the importance of my feelings to the point where I question their validity…and sometimes (only when I’m alone) I let my feelings swell up to crazy rawness.
If it’s something I have some control over (like appealing a fine), I immediately get to work researching and trying to best justify my case. Get it over and done with. (On the other hand, I procrastinate with things that don’t worry me too much).
10. What are some good habits that are needed for living a healthy adult life?
Balance and understanding your priorities. I’ve noticed that sometimes when my work is going well, something will happen in my family that brings everything back into perspective. There are many dimensions and focuses in life that we should try to be aware of always and not neglect.
11. What are you like in relaxed and non-threatening situations?
I’m child-like, agreeable and flexible to the point where I’d just shrug and say, “Oh well, we took a 1-hour wrong turn but at least that was good exercise!†When I’m with people I’m comfortable-enough with, I readily verbalise my off-the-wall observations and comments, many of which are random and get pauses from others. It’s best when I’m with those who can play off what I think and say and add something.
18. Which do you trust the most in making an important decision between your head, body, and heart? Why?
Head. I trust my head more than my heart. I think I’m in tune with my feelings but sometimes they get very strong and I know I must bring them back to a level I can control and reason with. Some examples are that my heart can make me want to take the next plane to somewhere or to admit how I feel for someone – but I (and with the help of another person, sometimes) must consider the consequences of such rash emotions as they aren’t always practical or reasonable.
19. Which do you trust the least in making an important decision between your head, body, and heart? Why?
Body. I’m trying hard to think of why my body would matter in decision-making. I’m healthy and hardy enough for it not to be an inhibiting factor…at least I hope so.
20. What is your predominant fault?
Hiding myself. There is a side of me that honestly does not care what people think and has no desire to do what is expected/follow the norm. I study what I want and I follow my own interests and I’m proud to define myself with those. Then there’s another side (deep, deep, deep down) that wants to belong, be ‘normal’ and be open to relationships. But apart from being pleasant, friendly and helpful in public, I don’t really try to fit in for the sake of it. I don’t want people to think I’m trying too hard. I’m too comfortable being alone to develop close relationships with others.
At the moment, I prefer to observe everything (relationships, emotional highs, risks) instead of participating in them myself.
I believe that once I let myself out of my shell, everything else (my confidence in my abilities and ability to connect with others) will sort itself out.
24. What things do you feel you cannot do because they might jeopardize your survival?
I can not be totally open about myself and my feelings to others because I don’t want to be vulnerable or rejected.
I have to keep learning because this provides me with a purpose in life as well as a sense of self. My curiosity is one thing I am truly proud of.
I must be independent. I can not afford to rely on/be dependent on someone who may easily move on to another once they get bored/grow tired of me.
25. What do you need in your life to face your fears?
To know that at the end of it, I'll still respect and be proud of myself.
26. What is your own personal mission statement?
Don’t ever be complacent or jaded because there is always so much to learn.
I would like to be someone who is wise, who understands how the world works, knows a bit about everything and is admired for being my own person.
I would like to be involved in activities/something I respect such as history, culture, mystery and creativity.
Well, those are my answers. They don't reveal all of who I am so if you have any questions regarding cognitive functions, please ask them and I'll do my best to help you type me.
You are most likely a type 5.
Taking wings into account, you seem to be a 5w4.
Type 5 – 9.7
Type 4 – 7
Type 6 – 6
Type 9 – 5.7
Type 2 – 5.7
Wing 5w4 – 13.2
Wing 5w6 – 12.7
Wing 4w5 – 11.9
Wing 6w5 – 10.9
Wing 4w3 – 9.2
Wing 2w3 – 7.9
Wing 6w7 – 7.4
Wing 2w1 – 7.1
Wing 9w1 – 7.1
Wing 9w8 – 6.6
Looks like the following questionnaire is pretty popular here (and it looked like fun) so I thought it'd be a good idea to try it myself.
1. What are 5 key qualities about you, and what is each of their direct opposites?
Example: “I am nice. The opposite of that would be cruel.â€
A. I am curious, inquisitive and eager to learn. The opposite of that would be someone who is braindead or doesn’t appreciate their ability to learn.
B. I am nice and respectful. The opposite of that would be rude.
C. I don’t like the idea of being average, but I am modest. The opposite of that would be someone who boasts their own achievements instead of letting others decide for themselves…and someone who is flamboyant and materialistic.
D. I am open-minded and adventurous at heart. The opposite of that would be an unwillingness to try something new (a cuisine, or activity, etc.) due to unfamiliarity.
E. I’m avoidant and I question my own competence/abilities a lot. The opposite of this would be a confident, carefree and all-round successful person.
2. Now explain why each of the opposites COULD be you and why it might be GOOD to be that opposite characteristic. Own them even if they are negative traits.
Example: “I am nice. The opposite of that would be cruel. I guess I can be cruel because I never tip waiters. Tipping waiters encourages them to stay at these jobs ‘….’â€
A. I guess I can be uninterested in learning sometimes when I don’t care about something enough or when I’m lazy. To be honest, it’s relaxing to not be asking questions or thinking all the time.
B. I can be disrespectful to my own family at time because I’m comfortable enough with them to not wear the smiley mask I often don in public…even though I know they deserve the same friendly treatment I gives strangers…and more. It could be good to show this side of me to others as it means I’m being honest with how I feel.
C. I guess I contradict my own modesty when I think of myself as some special human being who doesn’t belong with “everybody else†even when there are many who feel just as lost. Being too modest may also lead a person to become invisible or ‘skimmed over’ for others who know how to show their strengths.
D. I am sometimes unwilling to try something if it goes against an important value/principle or something that makes me feel extremely awkward. This is good because it saves me from discomfort.
E. It would be nice to not hide my feelings due to fear of embarrassment, and to be truly confident about myself and my chances at everything. Despite possible rejections and failure, this attitude would save me a lot of regrets and successes.
3. What would you say to a 5-year-old child if he or she asked you what the purpose of life is?
The purpose of life is to understand that you’re a small part of this universe. But even so, you should learn as much as you can and remain truly humble. And also, even though you may feel misunderstood or alone, appreciate those who love you.
4. What type of advice would you give that same child on how to survive in this world?
You have to respect yourself and not give up what you believe in because everyone disagrees. As long as you know, accept and seek to improve who you are, you will go through life peacefully and see it as a big adventure.
7. What do you really want in your truest self?
I want to be so confident, competent and content that I’ll stop comparing myself with people who are younger, smarter, more beautiful, more popular, and more happy.
Though I may deny it and say it’s not important to me, I think I want someone I can truly share everything with. I definitely don’t trust anyone enough, but must admit that going through life without a special someone does get lonely. Funnily enough, I have a very easy time shoving this desire aside.
8. What have you substituted/settled for compared to what you really want?
I have settled for being someone who second-guesses all the time and believes that there is always someone more competent for a job I want, or more compatible with a guy I like. As a result, I am currently very much alone (with no relationship experience) and lacking confidence.
9. What are your defense mechanisms?
Sometimes people don’t realize what their true defense mechanisms are because they are working at 100% efficiency. You may have to really think about this one.
Another way to look at the question:
When you start to feel uncomfortable or anxious about a situation, what do you generally start to do?
If it’s a social or relationship-based situation, I retreat and avoid. Acting nonchalant is a strength of mine. Sometimes I play down the importance of my feelings to the point where I question their validity…and sometimes (only when I’m alone) I let my feelings swell up to crazy rawness.
If it’s something I have some control over (like appealing a fine), I immediately get to work researching and trying to best justify my case. Get it over and done with. (On the other hand, I procrastinate with things that don’t worry me too much).
10. What are some good habits that are needed for living a healthy adult life?
Balance and understanding your priorities. I’ve noticed that sometimes when my work is going well, something will happen in my family that brings everything back into perspective. There are many dimensions and focuses in life that we should try to be aware of always and not neglect.
11. What are you like in relaxed and non-threatening situations?
I’m child-like, agreeable and flexible to the point where I’d just shrug and say, “Oh well, we took a 1-hour wrong turn but at least that was good exercise!†When I’m with people I’m comfortable-enough with, I readily verbalise my off-the-wall observations and comments, many of which are random and get pauses from others. It’s best when I’m with those who can play off what I think and say and add something.
18. Which do you trust the most in making an important decision between your head, body, and heart? Why?
Head. I trust my head more than my heart. I think I’m in tune with my feelings but sometimes they get very strong and I know I must bring them back to a level I can control and reason with. Some examples are that my heart can make me want to take the next plane to somewhere or to admit how I feel for someone – but I (and with the help of another person, sometimes) must consider the consequences of such rash emotions as they aren’t always practical or reasonable.
19. Which do you trust the least in making an important decision between your head, body, and heart? Why?
Body. I’m trying hard to think of why my body would matter in decision-making. I’m healthy and hardy enough for it not to be an inhibiting factor…at least I hope so.
20. What is your predominant fault?
Hiding myself. There is a side of me that honestly does not care what people think and has no desire to do what is expected/follow the norm. I study what I want and I follow my own interests and I’m proud to define myself with those. Then there’s another side (deep, deep, deep down) that wants to belong, be ‘normal’ and be open to relationships. But apart from being pleasant, friendly and helpful in public, I don’t really try to fit in for the sake of it. I don’t want people to think I’m trying too hard. I’m too comfortable being alone to develop close relationships with others.
At the moment, I prefer to observe everything (relationships, emotional highs, risks) instead of participating in them myself.
I believe that once I let myself out of my shell, everything else (my confidence in my abilities and ability to connect with others) will sort itself out.
24. What things do you feel you cannot do because they might jeopardize your survival?
I can not be totally open about myself and my feelings to others because I don’t want to be vulnerable or rejected.
I have to keep learning because this provides me with a purpose in life as well as a sense of self. My curiosity is one thing I am truly proud of.
I must be independent. I can not afford to rely on/be dependent on someone who may easily move on to another once they get bored/grow tired of me.
25. What do you need in your life to face your fears?
To know that at the end of it, I'll still respect and be proud of myself.
26. What is your own personal mission statement?
Don’t ever be complacent or jaded because there is always so much to learn.
I would like to be someone who is wise, who understands how the world works, knows a bit about everything and is admired for being my own person.
I would like to be involved in activities/something I respect such as history, culture, mystery and creativity.
Well, those are my answers. They don't reveal all of who I am so if you have any questions regarding cognitive functions, please ask them and I'll do my best to help you type me.