This test is designed to score your results for the following 306 items, the first 27 of which scoring how closely you identify with a set of limiting subconscious beliefs for each Enneagram type (3 randomly chosen for each type), the next 27 of which scoring how closely you identify with a set of coping strategies employed as a result of having these subconscious beliefs (again, a random 3 of each type), the next 90 of which scoring you along a set of natural gifts and talents for each type (10 of each) and the last 162 of which scoring you along the three subtype descriptions for the nine types with 6 items chosen for each subtype: 3 positive items and 3 negative items. Because there are 846 items stored in the database, you will receive a random 306 of those 846 items whenever you take this test; your results are therefore subject to change upon a retest.
You can select five options per question, where the leftmost choice corresponds to "disagree/no" and the rightmost choice corresponds to "agree/yes." The three options in the middle correspond to only moderate preferences for each side, the middle option being specifically for "no preference for either side." To aid you in remembering this, "yes" and "no" have been labeled on their corresponding columns and have been colored appropriately.
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The following is a list of limiting subconscious beliefs for each type; please choose the appropriate choice for each belief.
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The following is a list of coping strategies for each type, where they focus their attention as a result of their subconscious beliefs; please choose the appropriate choice for each belief.
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#28 Being warm/pleasing to disarm potential hostility
#29 Protecting the weak, innocent and disadvantaged
#30 Being passive-aggressive rather than directly confronting
#31 Imagining and engaging in interesting activities
#32 Being self-sufficient to limit dependency on others
#33 Retreating to the safety of your imagination under stress
#34 Being prepared emotionally for worst case situations
#35 Naturally noticing who has the power and who's in control
#36 Fighting perceived injustices
#37 Feeling superior (to those less deep and/or sensitive)
#38 "Mismatch," an NLP term meaning I look for and notice what is NOT present in any experience -- what is missing
#39 Seeking knowledge to explain life and feel safe
#40 Manage time for maximum efficiency and productivity
#41 Intense focus on tasks, goals, achievement, and success
#42 Work exceptionally hard and compete to be the best
#43 Indirectly displacing anger through correcting errors and/or championing social causes
#53 Tuning in to inner states and feelings to actualize the self
#54 Going along with others' agendas
I have these natural gifts and talents that I take for granted:
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#55 The ability to bring out the best in people by challenging them yet believing in them
#56 The ability to quickly understand computers and technology
#57 The ability to detect when someone is being untruthful
#58 The ability to identify and capitalize on good ideas and turn them into profit
#59 The ability to seek to understand myself deeply (and then help humanity do the same)
#60 The ability to focus and concentrate deeply on projects that interest me
#61 The ability to multitask and juggle many roles and responsibilities in life
#62 The ability to stay open-minded, inquisitive and intellectually curious
#63 The ability to work for the common good and support causes (especially underdog ones)
#64 The ability to see the big picture and develop long-range strategic goals
#65 The ability to tune in to my inner states, subconscious feelings and impulses
#66 The ability to work well under pressure
#67 The ability to plan (especially exciting things to do!)
#68 The ability to understand what motivates people
#69 The ability to move into focused action when known difficulties/problems arise
#70 The ability to comfort, support and empathize with others
#71 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of loyalty, duty and commitment
#72 The ability to protect people and create security and stability for them
#73 The ability to identify and make use of available resources in ingenious ways
#74 The ability to investigate, inquire and research
#75 The ability to keep personal information confidential (important for most occupations)
#76 The ability to ensure the welfare of those I care about
#77 The ability to accept enormous responsibility and solve difficult problems
#78 The ability to see the good in others
#79 The ability to "learn more to earn more" -- I naturally want to stay on the cutting edge of breakthrough success technology
#80 The ability to offer hospitality
#81 The ability to multitask (example: ride lifecycle, watch news, read newspaper (business section first?), and network or do business on the cell phone..... at 5:00 am)
#82 The ability to see points of agreement between people's different points of view
#83 The ability to listen well and empathize deeply with others
#84 The ability to investigate, probe and question
#85 The ability to reveal deep, hidden, subtle truths about the human condition that have profound affects on people because they are experienced universally but unspoken of
#86 The ability to listen to people patiently, attentively and nonjudgmentally
#87 The ability to synthesize others' ideas and form my own
#88 The ability to direct my own life and not be swayed, influenced or coerced by others
#89 The ability to win friends and influence people (it's great when I'm running for election, interviewing or auditioning for a part)
#90 The ability to enforce policies and procedures and speak up against dishonesty/unfairness
#91 The ability to put enormous energy, passion and intensity into whatever I do
#92 The ability to feel connected with others (and even one with the universe)
#93 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of integrity and hard work ethic
#94 The ability to promote honesty, fairness, righteousness and evenhandedness in others
#95 The ability to offer good advice and counsel that helps people with their problems
#96 The ability to build rapport and trust with anyone by being genuinely interested in them
#97 The ability to "think outside the box" and envision exciting, creative and novel ideas
#98 The ability to lead discussion groups and build teams
#99 The ability to accept and appreciate other people just the way they are
#100 The ability to do precise, meticulous, accurate, high quality work (impeccable workmanship)
#101 The ability to adapt well to sudden changes and shift gears quickly to stay on top of things
#102 The ability to affirm others and put them at ease
#103 The ability to heed my conscience when making decisions
#104 The ability to prioritize and manage my time well so that I can be efficient and productive
#105 The ability to notice flaws, discrepancies, inconsistencies, inaccuracies and contradictions
#106 The ability to provide real care and support to others
#107 The ability to make people feel included and important
#108 The ability to look for and find meaning in every experience, especially the painful ones
#109 The ability to keep on top of things
#110 The ability to use Socratic questioning and scientific methodology
#111 The ability to take charge and assume positions of leadership
#112 The ability to broadly comprehend a subject while penetrating it deeply (and in great detail!)
#113 The ability to enforce [fair] rules imposed on others and break [unfair] rules imposed on me
#114 The ability to give my word and honor it, come hell or high water!
#115 The ability to initiate, lead and take action to succeed
#116 The ability to model integrity by living in alignment with my values (when very healthy)
#117 The ability to explore the world of dreams and symbols and think holistically
#118 The ability to focus and concentrate on a work task
#119 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical)
#120 The ability to inspect, scrutinize and examine something carefully and thoroughly
#121 The ability to anticipate wonderful things happening for me
#122 The ability to be touched deeply by beauty, kindness and love as well as sadness, sorrow and pain
#123 The ability to produce positive change in the world (with my vision, compassion and strength)
#124 The ability to help people view life from a more universal, metaphysical perspective
#125 The ability to behave appropriately and diplomatically when out in public
#126 The ability to communicate well and get along with all kinds of people (even difficult ones)
#127 The ability to act spontaneously and adapt quickly to changing situations
#128 The ability to put people at ease with my even-keeled presence, calmness and patience
#129 The ability to create and provide stability and security for others
#130 The ability to work long and hard on anything that captures my interest/imagination
#131 The ability to serve and support others and worthy causes
#132 The ability to go and go and go.... until I crash (like the Energizer bunny!)
#133 The ability to beautify any environment
#134 The ability to identify and utilize all available resources at my disposal
#135 The ability to speak my mind and inspire others to do the same
#136 The ability to be sincere and authentic about who I am which gives others permission to be honest and real about who they are
#137 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical!)
#138 The ability to bring people together to create community and a family-like environment
#139 The ability to entertain others and make people laugh
#140 The ability to take daring risks but based on practical intuition
#141 The ability to handle crises well by remaining calm and collected
#142 The ability to synthesize other peoples' ideas and present my own original ones
#143 The ability to see deep underlying principles of life and universal truths that escape most
#144 The ability to focus and concentrate fully when I'm on task
The following is a list of statements taken from each subtype description. Please choose the appropriate choice for each item.
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#145 Good at planning everything out
#146 Extremely accepting of other people's individuality and right to express themselves
#147 Excellent at pointing out angles, perspectives or viewpoints that others had not considered
#148 Tend to question and test your partner's motives and actions in the beginning stages of the relationship
#149 Insecure, possessive and jealous (strong fear of abandonment)
#150 Get rebellious when people presume to know what you are thinking and feeling
#151 Like going to seminars, conferences and meetings to learn new knowledge and meet like-minded people
#152 At worst, you can feel alone, lost, dissociated from others and yourself
#153 Procrastination
#154 Dislike inequality amongst people so strive for an egalitarian group structure --' no leaders, no followers
#155 When healthy you can fight injustices courageously, especially with backing from your inner circle
#156 Meaningful objects, such as antiques or art, can appease romantic desires and longings
#157 Like to put your trust and support in a cause or group you believe in; can be self-sacrificing
#158 Good team players, get along well with others
#159 Easily swayed by other people, you don't take responsibility for your own choices and blame your partner or other people when things go wrong
#160 Can put yourself down, use humor or charm as a way of diffusing someone's perceived power
#161 Responsible, loyal and committed, you stand by your friends and those you love
#162 Hide your neediness behind giving
#163 When your marriage inevitably hits a difficult patch, you stay positive, talk, and work through it
#164 Losing your job or assets, or an illness that stops you from working, can feel life threatening
#165 With your great intuition, can have excellent social skills, social sensitivities and great manners
#166 Not very adaptable; see things as black and white
#167 You develop a keen "appetite" for secondary sources of gratification as a substitute for true self-love
#168 Can be disillusioned and resentful of authority figures if they end up disappointing you in some way
#169 Create aesthetically pleasing surroundings in your home that have emotional resonance for you
#170 Can get anxious and panicky when you think about losing your freedom
#171 Stand up for yourself and speak up when you are being discounted or ignored
#172 Often enjoy teaching, training, research, scholarship, sharing their knowledge and wisdom
#173 Trust and privacy are big issues; don't want your partner discussing relationship issues with other people
#174 Can have difficulty with social chit-chat and small talk, unless talking about your field
#175 Can be dauntless and throw caution to the wind to materialize your dream
#176 Can become magnetized by and infatuated with someone you find
fascinating/intriguing/mysterious and will romanticize and fantasize about him or her as a way to keep life exciting and stimulating
#177 Believe you are only as good as your achievements
#178 Overprotective
#179 Very sacrificial for a greater good or cause
#180 When healthy, are capable of truly admiring and deeply loving your partner
#181 Attracted to those on their way up or socially influential
#182 Are charismatic, passionate and truthful
#183 Can overspend
#184 At worst, can be abusive, vengeful, sadistic or even commit crimes of passion
#185 Can develop excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
#186 Passionate
#187 Desire to uphold and enforce rules for the good of all
#188 Can project your courage/strength/power onto admired authority figures and idealize/romanticize them
#189 You enjoy bringing people together and being part of what's going on
#190 Excellent social and interpersonal skills; great networker
#191 Are able to commit deeply in a relationship as long as you have ongoing stimulation and variety
#192 Can't stand being in confined places (like an elevator, crawl space) or confined by a relationship or job
#193 Acts of service is one of your "love languages"
#194 Great at organizing meetings, facilitating projects
#195 Provide financial security and stability to others
#196 Are considerate and cooperative but have good boundaries; don't allow others to control or coerce you
#197 Can be the classic lazy couch potato who asks as little of life as possible
#198 Want the best for everyone else as well as yourself
#199 Charismatic and charming; outgoing and personable
#200 Want to be liked and approved of by everyone
#201 Once friends have proven themselves trustworthy, they are considered part of your inner circle
#202 Are willing to confront people who take advantage of your kindness and charity
#203 Get along well with individuals and groups that are very different from each other
#204 Easily get depressed and feel disillusioned when relationship problems come up
#205 Are sociable, generous, friendly and extremely honorable with those you love
#206 Can be haughty, snobbish, intellectually arrogant and condescending toward "inferior-minded" people
#207 Can be territorial about your possessions and get bent out of sorts if someone moves something of yours
#208 Entertaining, optimistic, positive, vivacious and upbeat
#209 Are passionate about life
#210 Often get impatient and frustrated by other people's slower pace; like to take immediate action
#211 Tactful with good manners and a gracious way with people
#212 Have an interest in the group's welfare because you feel the group's welfare is connected to your own
#213 Inner tension between wanting to comply with others' wishes vs. wanting to defy/assert independence
#215 Like to be the center of attention, the head honcho, the big cheese
#216 Can also be creative (somewhat like 4s) since you have a rich imagination and an eye for beauty
#217 Conscientious about planning for the future, for yourself and loved ones
#218 Are capable of making new discoveries or introducing inventions or life changing theories, etc.
#219 Have a lust for power and quickly notice who else has power when you are among a group of people
#220 Feel a sense of entitlement to get their essential needs met too
#221 Orderly, organized, neat, clean
#222 Intuitively know the needs and interests of others
#223 Tend to be lusty in love; can be competitive, impulsive and impatient too
#224 Are self-reliant and independent
#225 Excellent social skills and great conversationalists
#226 Embody the phrase "the grass is greener on the other side of the fence."
#227 Know how to look attractive: you workout, eat right, pay attention to style and grooming, etc.
#228 Like to help others with their material and physical needs
#229 Can be envious of people who seem more fulfilled and happy in their love life
#230 Truly want to have a partnership of equality where you don't feel the need to control and possess
#231 Minimalistic; get by with the bare essentials (like books, bookshelves, a computer & Sudoku puzzles!)
#232 Hypochondria possible
#233 Often compare yourself with more "normal" people and feel either more deficient or more elite
#234 Fear being rejected for who you really are
#235 Can be very open-hearted and merged with your partner at times
#236 You are usually quite energetic and like to stay active
#237 Go after what you want
#238 A master networker and organizer who can bring people together that need each other's help
#239 May want the symbols of success (in the U.S. --' a fancy car; a nice, big house in the best neighborhood; designer clothes; name brands, etc.)
#240 Get disappointed when your partner doesn't share the same zest for fun and adventure in life as you do
#241 Can be self-destructive, impulsive and aggressive yet terrified of being without support
#242 Often become extremely knowledgeable in your line of work or field of interest
#243 Workaholism and strong identification with their work
#244 You avoid participating in group conflicts if at all possible
#245 Can have voyeuristic tendencies and/or be sexually perverted
#246 Excellent material providers for your family and yourself; can be generous and big-hearted
#247 You (especially if you were a woman) play up your attractiveness as a way of attracting a partner
#248 Hold people to exacting standards
#249 Inner tension between wanting to withdraw from life vs. wanting to participate fully in life
#250 Can have difficulty saying no because you like to please and want to belong/fit in
#251 Like to be spontaneous but also like planning so that you can do as much as possible with your time
#252 Are very loyal, dutiful and devoted to the people in your clan and work tirelessly on their behalf
#253 Sometimes you can unexpectedly leave/disappear for long periods of time without any notice
#254 Can be stubborn and/or withdrawn, especially if someone is being demanding, bossy or rude
#255 At worst, can be vindictive, promiscuous, jealous, exhibitionistic or even rageful
#256 Inner tension between wanting privacy/alone time vs. wanting intense, intimate connection with partner
#257 Can project your own unowned power onto another and then see that person as a threat
#258 Choose a safe career rather than risk doing what you love
#259 Skilled at one-to-one relating because you are authentic and real rather than pretentious
#260 You are easily influenced by the people around you, so you like to make people happy so that you can stay happy (and avoid any kind of conflict)
#261 Can be powerful and self-assertive
#262 Like to be in high-profile positions; desire fame
#263 You foster a sense of unity and deep connection with people you are close to (like your partner, parents, children, friends, pets, etc.), and for some your spiritual teacher or even All That Is
#264 Often drawn to politics and/or journalism
#265 Fear being rejected
#266 At worst, can be highly self-critical, antisocial and depressed, living with your shame in isolation
#267 Caretaking
#268 Great at saving and investing money
#269 Are able to deal with difficult, even painful, situations by choosing to see the positive that can come from any situation
#270 Can be hypersensitive to criticism and devastated by being left out by a group of friends
#271 Like to know your partner's personal thoughts, feelings and desires, and like sharing their own
#272 Have learned to temper your impulsivity and risk taking; take calculated risks now
#273 Can show healthy anger
#274 Know how to get close to and intimate with people
#275 Want desperately to be perfect and ideal in every way but can't play the different roles simultaneously
#276 Look to trusted others for reassurance and protection rather than to yourself
#277 Feel you need to have freedom and multiple options in life; can easily become frustrated without them
#278 Ambitious
#279 Need to be in control of your immediate environment and all resources
#280 Allow people to mistake your outer appearance and sexual appeal for your inner self
#281 Fear you won't be able to survive or will be on the streets without support from your friends and family
#282 Start way more projects than you ever finish because of mental agitation and difficulty concentrating
#283 Maintain order and comfort for everyone in your home
#284 Public image is all important
#285 Black and white thinking can cause you to hold grudges against people for small disagreements
#286 Can be self-righteous
#287 Once you create powerful bonds of camaraderie with close friends, you can let your true feelings show
#288 Want to know everything about your partner -- body, mind and soul; no secret is too sacred
#289 Can envy or resent the very qualities in your mate you originally admired or wanted in yourself
#290 You're very protective -- of yourself, your loved ones, your possessions, your friends, and others in need
#291 Can question, challenge or check up on their partner when gone too long
#292 Some choose work that helps others become more attractive
#293 Pain arises when your partner doesn't take an interest in you or your repressed, unmet needs/desires
#294 Keep your house well stocked with food, emergency supplies and creature comforts
#295 Warm, friendly, pleasant, easy-going and considerate yet also dynamic and alive to yourself
#296 Can have intense romantic and sexual longings; easily get infatuated with a romantic interest
#297 Fearful of losing your identity and becoming just like everybody else; you desire to be something bigger
#298 Desire to find the perfect, ideal partner
#299 Self-reliant and independent
#300 Are goal-oriented, hard-working and energetic
#301 Expressing feelings that occur in the moment is difficult without having time to think about them
#302 Get rebellious when people try to tell you that you should give up dreaming and be more practical
#303 Overly concerned with getting credentials and judging people by their credentials (degrees, titles, etc.)
#304 Can have a difficult time committing and tend to scatter their energy in every direction
#305 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#306 Adapt and compromise yourself to look good and fit in
The following questions are optional, but recommended. Please answer truthfully.