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 Sacrificing your own needs to care for others
#29 Seeking knowledge to explain life and feel safe
#30 Going along with others' agendas
#31 Intense focus on tasks, goals, achievement, and success
#32 Meet challenges by being extremely adaptable -- I adjust my behavior and affect to meet expectations and succeed
#33 Being self-controlled
#34 Taking control of everything and everyone
#35 Conserving energy and withdrawing to refuel
#36 Maintaining high standards and the utmost propriety
#37 Resilience --' bouncing back quickly after painful incidents
#38 Altering and adapting yourself to be more likeable and lovable
#39 Denying any personal vulnerability or weakness
#40 Searching for the ideal (partner, job, body,...., life) that will compensate for what I feel is missing inside
#41 Seeing the flaws --' you have great critical powers
#42 Overusing imagination to fantasize about ideal situations
#43 Fitting in to society and working for common goals
#44 Repress feelings for maximum performance and results
#45 "Mismatch," an NLP term meaning I look for and notice what is NOT present in any experience -- what is missing
#46 "Mind reading" (you often assume you know what others are thinking and feeling)
#47 Explaining and justifying own inappropriate behavior (rationalizing)
#49 Minimizing hopes and expectations (that way you can't be disappointed)
#50 Dissociating from threatening events
#51 Focusing on the bright side, even in difficult situations
#52 Naturally noticing who has the power and who's in control
#53 Being dutiful and aligning with others to feel safe
#54 Minimizing physical & emotional needs to preserve personal autonomy
I have these natural gifts and talents that I take for granted:
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#55 The ability to mediate conflicts and disagreements between people; to harmonize
#56 The ability to take daring risks but based on practical intuition
#57 The ability to sacrifice my own needs for the benefit of someone I care to help
#58 The ability to experiment, investigate, explore and discover (I'm insatiably curious!)
#59 The ability to understand what motivates people
#60 The ability to identify and utilize all available resources at my disposal
#61 The ability to listen to people patiently, attentively and nonjudgmentally
#62 The ability to create an ambiance of romance
#63 The ability to keep my word and do what I say I will do
#64 The ability to work well with my hands, with tools and with possibly machinery
#65 The ability to speak my mind and inspire others to do the same
#66 The ability to behave appropriately and diplomatically when out in public
#67 The ability to work well under pressure
#68 The ability to empower and encourage others to be strong and take charge of their life
#69 The ability to courageously take risks, try new things and overcome or circumvent obstacles
#70 The ability to learn quickly and do many different things well (can be a blessing or a curse)
#71 The ability to be sincere and authentic about who I am which gives others permission to be honest and real about who they are
#72 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical!)
#73 The ability to express myself in a highly unique, personal way
#74 The ability to work hard with steady and persistent effort to achieve goals
#75 The ability to inspect products, services, or processes to evaluate their quality or performance
#76 The ability to notice flaws, discrepancies, inconsistencies, inaccuracies and contradictions
#77 The ability to handle crises well by remaining calm and collected
#78 The ability to accept and appreciate other people just the way they are
#79 The ability to share my findings with others (for my joy and their knowledge)
#80 The ability to follow my heart, wherever it may lead
#81 The ability to win friends and influence people (it's great when I'm running for election, interviewing or auditioning for a part)
#82 The ability to bring enthusiasm, optimism, passion and fun to whatever work I do
#83 The ability to discipline myself to achieve my goals
#84 The ability to create and provide stability and security for others
#85 The ability to lead discussion groups and build teams
#86 The ability to notice what is illogical, inconsistent, impractical or inefficient
#87 The ability to stay focused on my dreams, goals and desires and anticipate good things happening for me
#88 The ability to improve myself and my work over time (a commitment to excellence)
#89 The ability to size people up quickly and figure out their weaknesses
#90 The ability to put enormous energy, passion and intensity into whatever I do
#91 The ability to achieve any goal I set for myself, by working long and hard if necessary
#92 The ability to run my own business successfully
#93 The ability to network, communicate and interact well in interpersonal/social situations
#94 The ability to believe in myself, think positively and dream big
#95 The ability to endure hardships and difficult times (with my quiet strength and tenacity)
#96 The ability to bring people together to create community and a family-like environment
#97 The ability to keep personal information confidential (important for most occupations)
#98 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of loyalty, duty and commitment
#99 The ability to see deep underlying principles of life and universal truths that escape most
#100 The ability to analyze
#101 The ability to produce positive change in the world (with my vision, compassion and strength)
#102 The ability to read people well and perceive what's not being said
#103 The ability to adapt well to sudden changes and shift gears quickly to stay on top of things
#104 The ability to conceptually understand the fundamental principles of how anything works
#105 The ability to juggle many roles and responsibilities in life (in my pursuit of having it all!)
#106 The ability to feel things deeply and share the depths of my soul with others, warts and all
#107 The ability to work in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment calling for quick thinking/action
#108 The ability to think systematically and approach problems carefully and methodically
#109 The ability to behave appropriately and be polite and well-mannered
#110 The ability to provide real care and support to others
#111 The ability to focus and concentrate deeply on projects that interest me
#112 The ability to quickly understand computers and technology
#113 The ability to see the good in others
#114 The ability to act spontaneously and adapt quickly to changing situations
#115 The ability to observe life impartially and see it from multiple, abstract perspectives
#116 The ability to commit to those I care about and be loyal, dependable and responsible
#117 The ability to see the big picture and develop long-range strategic goals
#118 The ability to synthesize vast amounts of information
#119 The ability to help people relax, see the big picture, and put things in perspective
#120 The ability to focus and concentrate on a work task
#121 The ability to remain a source of strength, stability, reliability and dependability for others despite extreme hardship or trying circumstances
#122 The ability to network
#123 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
#124 The ability to perform and play a role well
#125 The ability to create financial independence (because of my strong desire not to be dependent on anyone)
#126 The ability to see the bright side of any problem or situation
#127 The ability to keep on top of things
#128 The ability to enforce policies and procedures and speak up against dishonesty/unfairness
#129 The ability to see other peoples' points of view and value differences of opinion
#130 The ability to invent new theories, models or systems to solve problems
#131 The ability to look for the positive in any situation
#132 The ability to serve and support others and worthy causes
#133 The ability to broadly comprehend a subject while penetrating it deeply (and in great detail!)
#134 The ability to pick up the feelings of people around me (because of my emotional sensitivity)
#135 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of integrity and hard work ethic
#136 The ability to sacrifice immediate, personal gratification for the greater good of all
#137 The ability to praise people and make them feel good about themselves
#138 The ability to help other types get in touch with their deeper feelings
#139 The ability to create close, personal, meaningful relationships with people
#140 The ability to communicate well and get along with all kinds of people (even difficult ones)
#141 The ability to look for and find meaning in every experience, especially the painful ones
#142 The ability to build rapport and trust with anyone by being genuinely interested in them
#143 The ability to network and make connections (with the goal of helping each other succeed)
#144 The ability to entertain others and make people laugh
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 You are usually quite energetic and like to stay active
#146 Responsible, loyal and committed, you stand by your friends and those you love
#147 At worst, you can spend out of control (possibly gambling as well), indulge their senses excessively (food, drink, drugs, sex, etc.) and push your bodies regularly to the point of exhaustion
#148 Are passionate about life
#149 Indecisive and ambivalent because of your inner anxiety
#150 Feel the need to be the ideal gender role model for their culture
#151 Are attracted to a strong, decisive, assertive partner that makes you feel more alive and secure but don't like it when your assertive partner is impatient or aggressive with you
#152 Often become extremely knowledgeable in your line of work or field of interest
#153 Have trouble taking time off from work, relaxing or even slowing down
#154 Expect others to know what you need
#155 Trust and privacy are big issues; don't want your partner discussing relationship issues with other people
#156 You're very protective -- of yourself, your loved ones, your possessions, your friends, and others in need
#157 You know you are hiding but are afraid to take off your mask
#158 Ambitious and hard working
#159 Polite and diplomatic; self-confident and ambitious
#160 Insecure, possessive and jealous (strong fear of abandonment)
#161 Often enjoy teaching, training, research, scholarship, sharing their knowledge and wisdom
#162 Extremely accepting of other people's individuality and right to express themselves
#163 Disengage from your partner to be alone after an intense engagement, which can confuse your partner
#164 You don't like having too many expectations or duties placed on you by the group
#165 Can speak up for yourself and don't allow yourself to be overworked and underappreciated
#166 Can have difficulty adhering to mindless rules and regulations
#167 Enjoy letting loose, having a good time and hosting lavish social events for your friends
#168 Help other people feel happy by sharing your deep gratitude and enjoyment of life
#169 Strong sense of social responsibility
#170 Manage your social insecurities/anxieties by looking for reassurance and support from friends and allies
#171 Child-like fear of not being able to make it on their own
#173 Intuitively know the needs and interests of others
#174 Can express your feelings especially well nonverbally, through your sensuality and sexuality
#175 At worst, can be vindictive, promiscuous, jealous, exhibitionistic or even rageful
#176 Ambitious
#177 Feel the need to prove yourself as anxiety about your social worth increases
#178 Like to have order in your life and get upset when your familiar surroundings get disrupted or disordered
#179 Run by your emotional whims; indulge in bad habits (excessive eating, drinking, staying up too late, love affairs, etc.) to make up for what is perceived to be missing and to assuage your emotional lows
#180 Provide financial security and stability to others
#181 Extremely social, friendly and outgoing
#182 Can be fairly conventional and conforming; you may not like to go beyond the limits
#183 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
#184 Usually are good at debating, analyzing, critiquing, investigating, researching, conceptualizing, etc.
#185 Can focus intently on work or a cause you believe in wholeheartedly
#186 Substitute nonessential satisfactions (such as eating, watching TV, sleeping a lot, shopping, playing on the computer, daydreaming, collecting things, reading, puttering about the house) for essential satisfactions (aligning choices/behaviors with core values, inner sense of meaning/purpose, etc.)
#187 If you feel misunderstood or rejected in any way you can become quite emotionally distant
#188 Can engage with people deeply, authentically and passionately
#189 May aggressively pursue and overcome all obstacles/objections when you really like and want someone
#190 Have a wide-ranging curiosity and are likely multitalented
#191 Pain arises when your partner doesn't take an interest in you or your repressed, unmet needs/desires
#192 Tend to avoid social contact; can feel alienated from others at times
#193 Strong emphasis on fidelity
#194 Excellent material providers for your family and yourself; can be generous and big-hearted
#195 Are willing to confront people who take advantage of your kindness and charity
#196 Can be rigid in their viewpoint
#197 Can be self-deprecating, act vulnerable and bid to be rescued
#198 Want desperately to be perfect and ideal in every way but can't play the different roles simultaneously
#199 Like a good heated debate or argument every once in a while with your partner
#200 Maintain order and comfort for everyone in your home
#201 Can be fickle and cancel appointments if something more exciting or promising comes up
#202 Can have unrealistically high expectations of their partner to fit their ideal fantasy of a mate
#203 Have an interest in the group's welfare because you feel the group's welfare is connected to your own
#204 Inner tension between wanting to act on their good intentions vs. not wanting to give up their freedom
#205 Often drawn to politics and/or journalism
#206 Would make a great teacher, mathematician, scientist, consultant or computer programmer
#207 Often are a high achiever who participates in social causes; have unique talents and gifts to share
#208 Test limits and boundaries with your friends initially to see if they are loyal, honorable and trustworthy
#209 Responsible, willing to make sacrifices, detail-oriented, thrifty
#210 Good at planning everything out
#211 Can zone out mentally and disengage emotionally while still remaining physically present/involved
#212 Excellent social and interpersonal skills; great networker
#213 Want to be liked and approved of by everyone
#214 Passionate
#215 Can be a hypochondriac
#216 Consider your home as somewhat like a castle, island, fortress or barrier of safety to protect yourself against the dangers of the outside world
#217 You like to get involved in groups that further social causes
#218 You may like symbols of success -- fancy car, nice big house, etc.
#219 Socially compare yourself with others; you're strongly identified with your social role
#220 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)
#221 Once friends have proven themselves trustworthy, they are considered part of your inner circle
#222 Are capable of bringing passion, intensity and excitement to your intimate relationship
#223 Health conscious (exercise regularly, eat well, etc.)
#224 Can be patient, understanding, curious and a great listener
#225 Witty and very genuine
#226 Fear you would not be loved if others knew how much self-doubt you have
#227 Have a large circle of friends that you share interests, activities and enthusiasms with
#228 Can get scattered, over-extended and over-committed
#229 Warm, friendly, pleasant, easy-going and considerate yet also dynamic and alive to yourself
#230 At worst, anxiety attacks, work burnout and nervous breakdowns
#231 Want to make sure you always have what you need and aren't deprived, limited or constricted
#232 At worst, become completely dishonest, phony, exploitative and desperate for attention
#233 It is easy for you to "lose yourself" in your partner because tension dissolves when you do
#234 Careful with money and possessions, don't risk them foolishly chasing a pipedream
#235 Know how to get close to and intimate with people
#236 An honest fight/argument that brings out the truth allows you to feel closer to your partner
#237 Orderly, organized, neat, clean
#238 Subconsciously believe that enough pleasureful experiences and possessions will bring you happiness
#239 Can be neglectful of important responsibilities and obligations
#240 Seek attention and even prestige by being popular or seen with the "in crowd"
#241 Set personal goals regularly and don't sweep problems under the rug
#242 Can be excellent at investing money and creating stability/security for yourself and loved ones
#243 Inner tension between wanting privacy/alone time vs. wanting intense, intimate connection with partner
#244 Want money and power to be able to insure your own well being and that of loved ones
#245 Can idealize a romantic interest, projecting all kinds of wonderful qualities onto him/her that don't exist
#246 Inner tension between wanting to connect with people vs. wanting to withdraw to be alone
#247 Desire to find the perfect, ideal partner
#248 When healthy you can fight injustices courageously, especially with backing from your inner circle
#249 Alter and adapt yourself to meet others' needs but then fear rejection if you express your own needs
#250 Can be idealistic, sacrificing for a cause you believe in that serves something beyond just yourself
#251 Overly concerned about your social position; want to be one of the intellectual or creative elite
#252 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#253 Minor discomforts can seem unbearable --' room temp. too hot or cold, lighting to bright or dim, etc.
#254 Can be hypersensitive to criticism and devastated by being left out by a group of friends
#255 Want success but worry about feeling overwhelmed and overstressed by too much responsibility
#256 Desire recognition but fear being embarrassed, humiliated, ridiculed or rejected by probing eyes
#257 Are resilient; you can reframe disappointments and look to future possibilities for happiness
#258 Take criticism very personally
#259 Give their time, energy and even money to improve conditions for people and/or the world
#260 Can be self-righteous
#261 Acts of service is one of your "love languages"
#262 Give their time, energy and even money to improve conditions for people and/or the world
#263 Conscientious about planning for the future, for yourself and loved ones
#264 Skilled at one-to-one relating because you are authentic and real rather than pretentious
#265 Can be powerful and self-assertive
#266 Tend to collect things you never use "just in case you ever need it" and because you are chronically indecisive about what you should throw away and what you shouldn't so you keep everything
#267 Can sometimes be fickle in fact and not just in mind; commitment can be difficult for you
#268 When healthy, are capable of truly admiring and deeply loving your partner
#269 Can question, challenge or check up on their partner when gone too long
#270 Can be tender, vulnerable and sweet but also competitive, demanding, aggressive and pushy
#271 Go after what you want
#272 Stand by your true friends through thick and thin; will come to their defense in times of need
#273 Possibly abuse food (as compensation for feeling unloved)
#274 Self-reliant and independent
#275 Won't let their guard down until you feel safe to do so, when you really trust and respect someone
#276 Know how to look attractive: you workout, eat right, pay attention to style and grooming, etc.
#277 Desire to uphold and enforce rules for the good of all
#278 Your love life can be tempestuous, dramatic, turbulent, stormy, etc. --' you can reject/disdain your partner by focusing on the flaws but then miss the great qualities and want him/her back
#279 Often get impatient and frustrated by other people's slower pace; like to take immediate action
#280 Loving, attentive to others, generous
#281 Allow people to mistake your outer appearance and sexual appeal for your inner self
#282 Can be extremely devoted, big-hearted and loving once you trust their partner
#283 Can be extremely social, entertaining, humorous and fun-loving
#284 Can discount basic self-preservation needs and tune mundane reality out in order to follow a dream
#285 Are very protective of your partner
#286 Anxiety, worry, physical tension
#287 Group involvement helps you to structure the use of your time better
#288 Are very loyal, dutiful and devoted to the people in your clan and work tirelessly on their behalf
#289 Outgoing and sociable but like having a home base
#290 Can feel as though other people have what is missing in your life
#291 Embody the phrase "the grass is greener on the other side of the fence."
#292 Tend to retreat to the comfort and solitude of your home where you feel more safe and at ease
#293 Like to be spontaneous but also like planning so that you can do as much as possible with your time
#294 You can lack a strong, unchanging sense of self and often live vicariously through others
#295 Look to trusted others for reassurance and protection rather than to yourself
#296 Create aesthetically pleasing surroundings in your home that have emotional resonance for you
#297 Expect to be abandoned at any time and are terrified of having no support so you stay in bad situations
#298 Are goal-oriented, hard-working and energetic
#299 Can have a very difficult time letting go of a relationship once it is over
#300 Get angry when your partner withholds information from you during a fight/argument -- you want your partner to be direct and honest and not withhold their thoughts or emotions from you
#301 Workaholism and strong identification with their work
#302 Inner tension between doing what you want versus doing what you feel you "should" do
#303 Affectionate, nurturing
#304 Have a lust for power and quickly notice who else has power when you are among a group of people
#305 Can also be creative (somewhat like 4s) since you have a rich imagination and an eye for beauty
#306 Can have voyeuristic tendencies and/or be sexually perverted
The following questions are optional, but recommended. Please answer truthfully.