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 Meet challenges by being extremely adaptable -- I adjust my behavior and affect to meet expectations and succeed
#29 "Matching," an NLP term meaning you try to find commonality between yourself and others
#30 Being ultra-responsible and reliable ("I must..., I ought to..., I should...")
#31 Detach to observe life from an internally safe distance
#32 "Polarize," an NLP term meaning contrary/polar opposite thinking
#33 Overusing imagination to fantasize about ideal situations
#34 Being dutiful and aligning with others to feel safe
#35 Focusing on, cueing for and sensing what others need
#36 Minimizing physical & emotional needs to preserve personal autonomy
#37 Cope with fear by acting strong (or smart) to win support and/or by acting sexy or coquettish to attract support
#38 Fitting in to society and working for common goals
#39 Feeling superior (to those less deep and/or sensitive)
#40 Suppressing anger, real feelings and "bad" impulses
#41 Resisting over-influence from the environment
#42 Seeing the flaws --' you have great critical powers
#43 Being fearless, tenacious, decisive and authoritative
#44 Seeing everyone else's point of view
#45 Containing your own energy and anger
#46 Giving (praise, affection, compliments, help, etc.) to get (love)
#47 Repress feelings for maximum performance and results
#48 Resilience --' bouncing back quickly after painful incidents
#49 Taking control of everything and everyone
#50 Work exceptionally hard and compete to be the best
#51 Focusing on the bright side, even in difficult situations
#52 Explaining and justifying own inappropriate behavior (rationalizing)
#53 Fighting perceived injustices
#54 Seeking knowledge to explain life and feel safe
I have these natural gifts and talents that I take for granted:
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#55 The ability to use good common sense and take a realistic, pragmatic approach to life
#56 The ability to listen compassionately and allow people to feel understood
#57 The ability to feel connected with others (and even one with the universe)
#58 The ability to remain a source of strength, stability, reliability and dependability for others despite extreme hardship or trying circumstances
#59 The ability to pick up the feelings of people around me (because of my emotional sensitivity)
#60 The ability to accept and appreciate other people just the way they are
#61 The ability to take daring risks but based on practical intuition
#62 The ability to juggle many roles and responsibilities in life (in my pursuit of having it all!)
#63 The ability to act spontaneously and adapt quickly to changing situations
#64 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical!)
#65 The ability to identify and capitalize on good ideas and turn them into profit
#66 The ability to experiment, explore, question and make discoveries
#67 The ability to broadly comprehend a subject while penetrating it deeply (and in great detail!)
#68 The ability to adapt well to sudden changes and shift gears quickly to stay on top of things
#69 The ability to fight for truth and justice and stand up for what I believe in
#70 The ability to mediate conflicts and disagreements between people; to harmonize
#71 The ability to create an ambiance of romance
#72 The ability to plan and then execute the plan to achieve my lofty goals (I have big dreams!)
#73 The ability to communicate with and care for animals (some Nines are gifted with animals)
#74 The ability to offer hospitality
#75 The ability to use Socratic questioning and scientific methodology
#76 The ability to identify and utilize all available resources at my disposal
#77 The ability to produce positive change in the world (with my vision, compassion and strength)
#78 The ability to inspect products, services, or processes to evaluate their quality or performance
#79 The ability to offer good advice and counsel that helps people with their problems
#80 The ability to put myself in someone else's shoes and consider their feelings
#81 The ability to protect and help those that have been taken advantage of or mistreated
#82 The ability to console, comfort and support people in times of pain and sorrow
#83 The ability to interact well with people interpersonally/socially (I can be very charming)
#84 The ability to contemplate deeply, philosophize and understand abstract ideas and concepts
#85 The ability to express myself in a highly unique, personal way
#86 The ability to see deep underlying principles of life and universal truths that escape most
#87 The ability to provide real care and support to others
#88 The ability to achieve any goal I set for myself, by working long and hard if necessary
#89 The ability to read people well, build rapport, and make friends easily
#90 The ability to put people at ease with my even-keeled presence, calmness and patience
#91 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical)
#92 The ability to endure hardships and difficult times (with my quiet strength and tenacity)
#93 The ability to sense danger and often prevent it from happening
#94 The ability to see other peoples' points of view and value differences of opinion
#95 The ability to investigate, probe and question
#96 The ability to nurture and cultivate love and kindness in others
#97 The ability to handle crises well by remaining calm and collected
#98 The ability to improve myself and my work over time (a commitment to excellence)
#99 The ability to plan (especially exciting things to do!)
#100 The ability to go and go and go.... until I crash (like the Energizer bunny!)
#101 The ability to detect when someone is being untruthful
#102 The ability to win friends and influence people (it's great when I'm running for election, interviewing or auditioning for a part)
#103 The ability to work in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment calling for quick thinking/action
#104 The ability to set, plan, organize and achieve goals
#105 The ability to speak my mind and inspire others to do the same
#106 The ability to synthesize vast amounts of information
#107 The ability to help others grow and develop their potential
#108 The ability to understand what motivates people
#109 The ability to promote honesty, fairness, righteousness and evenhandedness in others
#110 The ability to tune in to my inner states, subconscious feelings and impulses
#111 The ability to build rapport and trust with anyone by being genuinely interested in them
#112 The ability to analyze
#113 The ability to exercise rational judgment and objectivity when making decisions
#114 The ability to multitask and juggle many roles and responsibilities in life
#115 The ability to accept/appreciate differences and go with the flow
#116 The ability to create financial independence (because of my strong desire not to be dependent on anyone)
#117 The ability to adapt, accommodate, "go with the flow" and "live-and-let-live"
#118 The ability to read people well and perceive what's not being said
#119 The ability to serve and support others and worthy causes
#120 The ability to move into focused action when known difficulties/problems arise
#121 The ability to stay focused on my dreams, goals and desires and anticipate good things happening for me
#122 The ability to see the big picture and develop long-range strategic goals
#123 The ability to listen well and empathize deeply with others
#124 The ability to keep personal information confidential (important for most occupations)
#125 The ability to look for and find meaning in every experience, especially the painful ones
#126 The ability to enforce [fair] rules imposed on others and break [unfair] rules imposed on me
#127 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of integrity and hard work ethic
#128 The ability to create and provide stability and security for others
#129 The ability to work long and hard on someone else's behalf
#130 The ability to do what I say I will do
#131 The ability to create close, personal, meaningful relationships with people
#132 The ability to see life in a highly unique, otherworldly, idiosyncratic, and often spiritual way
#133 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)
#134 The ability to read people well; to understand their needs and motivations
#135 The ability to arouse enthusiasm and excitement in others for my products, services or projects (great for winning supporters, investors or followers)
#136 The ability to quickly understand computers and technology
#137 The ability to foresee problems and troubleshoot them before they occur
#138 The ability to communicate well and get along with all kinds of people (even difficult ones)
#139 The ability to endure triumphantly/honorably through any tragedy, misfortune, or adversity
#140 The ability to see the big picture and the implications of my actions and ideas
#141 The ability to focus and concentrate deeply on projects that interest me
#142 The ability to experiment, investigate, explore and discover (I'm insatiably curious!)
#143 The ability to perceive, discern and mentally interpret information that escapes most people
#144 The ability to cooperate and collaborate with others as part of a team with a common goal
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 Like to be the center of attention, the head honcho, the big cheese
#146 Can aggressively and relentlessly go after what you want (to keep anxiety repressed)
#147 Are extremely loyal to and protective of people you care about
#148 Can have a difficult time committing and tend to scatter their energy in every direction
#149 Are looking for the ideal partner who doesn't recoil from your intensity, social awkwardness or shyness
#150 At worst, you become an apathetic, lifeless, spaced out zombie trudging through life, often with addictions
#151 Pursue sexual conquests subconsciously believing they will bolster your self-esteem; they don't
#152 Can put yourself down, use humor or charm as a way of diffusing someone's perceived power
#153 Tend to avoid social contact; can feel alienated from others at times
#154 Seductive and alluring; crave yet fear intimacy
#155 Lead a disciplined life that allows you to feel empowered and secure
#156 You like to get involved in groups that further social causes
#157 Like to know your partner's personal thoughts, feelings and desires, and like sharing their own
#158 Go after what you want
#159 Can be tenacious, determined and resolute to achieve your lofty goals
#160 You're very protective -- of yourself, your loved ones, your possessions, your friends, and others in need
#161 Can feel incapable of meeting the same standards that others in the group are capable of meeting and fear that your defectiveness will eventually be found out and you will be rejected by the group
#162 You may like a more withdrawn type of partner that you can mold
#163 An honest fight/argument that brings out the truth allows you to feel closer to your partner
#164 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.)
#165 If alone without anyone to talk to or call you will refer to the voices of trusted others in your mind to get guidance and support when making decisions
#166 Some choose work that helps others become more attractive
#167 Are self-reliant and independent
#168 Always have other people's welfare in mind as well as your own
#169 If fearful of your future safety, you can argue with your partner over money
#170 Responsible and security conscious
#171 Overly concerned with getting credentials and judging people by their credentials (degrees, titles, etc.)
#172 Can avoid groups and organizations altogether while still caring about your social position and how you are seen by society
#173 Careful with money and possessions, don't risk them foolishly chasing a pipedream
#174 Often drawn to academia or science (but not always); may become an expert in their field
#175 Fear being rejected for who you really are
#176 Unrealistically high expectations, easily disappointed when others don't measure up
#177 Are passionate about life
#178 Subconsciously act warm and friendly towards others to disarm potential hostility
#179 Supportive and forgiving
#180 Often will stay on the periphery or the fringe of group involvement so you don't have to fully commit
#181 Want to know everything about your partner -- body, mind and soul; no secret is too sacred
#182 Can also be creative (somewhat like 4s) since you have a rich imagination and an eye for beauty
#183 Critically and obsessively compare yourself to others
#184 Get anxious when anything interferes with or disturbs your enjoyable rituals
#185 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
#186 Want to be liked and approved of by everyone
#187 Can be self-righteous
#188 Often are a high achiever who participates in social causes; have unique talents and gifts to share
#189 Your lust for life makes you prone to excess --' late nights, heavy entertaining, drinking, eating, etc.
#190 Ambitious
#191 When healthy, are capable of truly admiring and deeply loving your partner
#192 Intuitively know the needs and interests of others
#193 Like a good heated debate or argument every once in a while with your partner
#194 Stubborn refusal to give up your self-image of being someone special
#195 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
#196 Maintain social standards of appropriateness at all times, even when speaking out is necessary
#197 Self-reliant and independent
#198 Can have a short attention span, easily get distracted and have trouble concentrating/getting focused
#199 Some can neglect relationships and/or health due to heavy workload
#200 Procrastination
#201 Often get impatient and frustrated by other people's slower pace; like to take immediate action
#202 Like to put your trust and support in a cause or group you believe in; can be self-sacrificing
#203 Flattering, ingratiating, seductive
#204 Get along well with individuals and groups that are very different from each other
#205 Can be a workaholic
#206 You know you are hiding but are afraid to take off your mask
#207 Have hidden expectations of love being returned
#208 Loving, attentive to others, generous
#209 You enjoy bringing people together and being part of what's going on
#210 Are able to deal with difficult, even painful, situations by choosing to see the positive that can come from any situation
#211 Hold people to exacting standards
#212 By focusing so much of your energy on your partner you conveniently forget about yourself and don't have to worry about dealing with your repressed anger, anxiety or other instinctive energies
#213 Often very loyal to family and friends; enjoy nurturing and caring for your own
#214 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#215 Can be haughty, snobbish, intellectually arrogant and condescending toward "inferior-minded" people
#218 Enjoy sharing secrets with your partner and trusted allies and are excellent at keeping secrets too
#219 Reluctant to take on visible leadership roles for fear of being criticized, judged, rejected or cracking up
#220 Get angry when your partner makes an important decision without consulting you first
#221 Disengage from your partner to be alone after an intense engagement, which can confuse your partner
#222 Choose a safe career rather than risk doing what you love
#223 Stand up for yourself and speak up when you are being discounted or ignored
#224 Hypochondria possible
#225 Are resilient; you can reframe disappointments and look to future possibilities for happiness
#226 Are capable of making new discoveries or introducing inventions or life changing theories, etc.
#227 Can be extremely social, entertaining, humorous and fun-loving
#228 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
#229 Can see life as a struggle; may believe only the strong survive; can be hard-hearted, anti-social
#230 Are capable of bringing passion, intensity and excitement to your intimate relationship
#231 Can speak up for yourself and don't allow yourself to be overworked and underappreciated
#232 Maintain order and comfort for everyone in your home
#233 Consider your home as somewhat like a castle, island, fortress or barrier of safety to protect yourself against the dangers of the outside world
#234 Enjoy fantasizing about all the magical adventures and interesting conversations you would have with your new romantic interest, even if they are married or have a partner already
#235 Extremely accepting of other people's individuality and right to express themselves
#236 Seductive; desire to be valued, wanted and desired
#237 Can be rigid in their viewpoint
#238 Adapt and compromise yourself to look good and fit in
#239 Witty and very genuine
#240 Alter your behavior in any way necessary to keep your partner interested in you
#241 Know how to get close to and intimate with people
#242 You can occasionally act counterphobic and rebel against an
untrustworthy authority figure
#243 Inner tension between wanting to fit in, be accepted and belong yet still be special, unique and stand out
#244 Start way more projects than you ever finish because of mental agitation and difficulty concentrating
#245 Tend to be especially attracted to people who are distant or unavailable
#246 Very sacrificial for a greater good or cause
#247 Set personal goals regularly and don't sweep problems under the rug
#248 Meaningful objects, such as antiques or art, can appease romantic desires and longings
#249 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
#250 Too intense for others
#251 Want the best for everyone else as well as yourself
#252 Extremely sensitive to rejection, disrespect and betrayal
#253 You may like symbols of success -- fancy car, nice big house, etc.
#254 Pride in ability to socially connect people and help others
#255 Subconsciously rationalize that if someone loves you for your beauty then when they find out what a nervous wreck underneath you are, they might still keep you because they love you already anyway
#256 Can envy or resent the very qualities in your mate you originally admired or wanted in yourself
#257 Can be too self-contained, self-destructive, self-defeating, irresponsible and completely autonomous
#258 Can express your feelings especially well nonverbally, through your sensuality and sexuality
#259 Often love to cook for others
#260 Outgoing and sociable but like having a home base
#261 Give their time, energy and even money to improve conditions for people and/or the world
#262 Can get defensive or angry when people mock your ideals and lifestyle or try to change them
#263 At worst, you can become reckless a thrill-seeker, needing bigger and better experiences to get that rush of excitement you're looking for, like a drug addict who's built up a tolerance and needs more
#264 Can have explosive emotional reactions when your connection with important others is threatened
#265 Minimalistic; get by with the bare essentials (like books, bookshelves, a computer & Sudoku puzzles!)
#266 Caretaking
#267 Can become passive-aggressive when you're frustrated at yourself or with unfair authority figures
#268 Extremely social, friendly and outgoing
#269 Entertaining, optimistic, positive, vivacious and upbeat
#270 Can have difficulty saying no because you like to please and want to belong/fit in
#271 Often drawn to politics and/or journalism
#272 Enjoy letting loose, having a good time and hosting lavish social events for your friends
#273 At worst, anxiety attacks, work burnout and nervous breakdowns
#274 You can lack a strong, unchanging sense of self and often live vicariously through others
#275 Underlying feelings of scarcity cause you to withdraw into privacy
#276 Give their time, energy and even money to improve conditions for people and/or the world
#277 Can be hard on your kids (if you have them) to toughen them up for the real world
#278 Can engage with people deeply, authentically and passionately
#279 Warm, friendly, pleasant, easy-going and considerate yet also dynamic and alive to yourself
#280 Interested in physical and material well being
#281 Constantly analyze everything you do or say for fear of looking foolish or making a mistake
#282 Act childish and egocentric when scared
#283 Have a large circle of friends that you share interests, activities and enthusiasms with
#284 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)
#285 Sometimes you can unexpectedly leave/disappear for long periods of time without any notice
#286 Stand by your true friends through thick and thin; will come to their defense in times of need
#287 Provide financial security and stability to others
#288 Excellent material providers for your family and yourself; can be generous and big-hearted
#289 Can get anxious and panicky when you think about losing your freedom
#290 Keep up with latest developments in their line of work
#291 Ambitious and hard working
#292 Repress and stuff their feelings
#293 Responsible, willing to make sacrifices, detail-oriented, thrifty
#294 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
#295 Having prestige and a good reputation is very important
#296 Can be fairly conventional and conforming; you may not like to go beyond the limits
#297 When healthy, are concerned about eating well, exercising regularly, getting adequate sleep, paying bills on time and basically keeping yourself well-functioning
#298 Can be competitive with any rivals that might threaten your romantic relationship
#299 Like to expose wrong-doing; willing to speak up and speak out
#300 Patient and forbearing
#301 Know how to look attractive: you workout, eat right, pay attention to style and grooming, etc.
#302 The positive energy of group involvement invigorates and enlivens you
#303 Enjoy learning widely and broadly to understand what other experts in different fields have to say
#304 Excellent social skills and great conversationalists
#305 Great at saving and investing money
#306 Excellent social and interpersonal skills; great networker
The following questions are optional, but recommended. Please answer truthfully.