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 Winning important others over with kindness, charm and seduction
#29 Resisting over-influence from the environment
#30 Explaining and justifying own inappropriate behavior (rationalizing)
#33 Repress feelings for maximum performance and results
#34 Manage time for maximum efficiency and productivity
#35 Putting a positive reframe on negative experiences
#36 "Mismatch," an NLP term meaning I look for and notice what is NOT present in any experience -- what is missing
#37 Tuning in to inner states and feelings to actualize the self
#38 Minimizing physical & emotional needs to preserve personal autonomy
#39 Keeping life upbeat, exciting and enjoyable
#40 Imposing their will and truth on others (to stay in control)
#41 Feeling superior (to those less deep and/or sensitive)
#42 Comparing self to others and judging self and others
#43 "Mind reading" (you often assume you know what others are thinking and feeling)
#44 Containing your own energy and anger
#45 Discerning the "right" thing to do (working hard, being honest, moderate, thrifty, etc.)
#46 Being fearless, tenacious, decisive and authoritative
#47 Detach from feelings to prevent emotional overwhelm
#48 Being prepared emotionally for worst case situations
#49 Going along with others' agendas
#50 Giving (praise, affection, compliments, help, etc.) to get (love)
#51 Indirectly displacing anger through correcting errors and/or championing social causes
#52 Seeking knowledge to explain life and feel safe
#53 Taking control of everything and everyone
#54 Meet challenges by being extremely adaptable -- I adjust my behavior and affect to meet expectations and succeed
I have these natural gifts and talents that I take for granted:
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#55 The ability to adapt, accommodate, "go with the flow" and "live-and-let-live"
#56 The ability to protect, guard, defend and keep people safe from harm
#57 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of integrity and hard work ethic
#58 The ability to affirm others and put them at ease
#59 The ability to create "works of art" (term used broadly) that are beautiful, poetic, touching
#60 The ability to move into focused action when known difficulties/problems arise
#61 The ability to "learn more to earn more" -- I naturally want to stay on the cutting edge of breakthrough success technology
#62 The ability to use good common sense and take a realistic, pragmatic approach to life
#63 The ability to plan and then execute the plan to achieve my lofty goals (I have big dreams!)
#64 The ability to work in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment calling for quick thinking/action
#65 The ability to help people relax, see the big picture, and put things in perspective
#66 The ability to see the best in anyone or anything
#67 The ability to network and make connections (with the goal of helping each other succeed)
#68 The ability to build rapport and trust with anyone by being genuinely interested in them
#69 The ability to empathize with people and console and reassure them
#70 The ability to tune in to my inner states, subconscious feelings and impulses
#71 The ability to focus and concentrate fully when I'm on task
#72 The ability to anticipate wonderful things happening for me
#73 The ability to experiment, explore, question and make discoveries
#74 The ability to think logically and analytically (and make decisions that way)
#75 The ability to improve myself and my work over time (a commitment to excellence)
#76 The ability to look for and find meaning in every experience, especially the painful ones
#77 The ability to quickly understand computers and technology
#78 The ability to use Socratic questioning and scientific methodology
#79 The ability to intuit and inwardly perceive other people's needs
#80 The ability to remain a source of strength, stability, reliability and dependability for others despite extreme hardship or trying circumstances
#81 The ability to take initiative/action and get things done (and get things done quickly)
#82 The ability to bring out the best in people by challenging them yet believing in them
#83 The ability to endure triumphantly/honorably through any tragedy, misfortune, or adversity
#84 The ability to exercise rational judgment and objectivity when making decisions
#85 The ability to accept and appreciate other people just the way they are
#86 The ability to develop myself and my potential to be all I can be
#87 The ability to organize resources, prioritize tasks and follow through on work projects
#88 The ability to sacrifice my own needs for the benefit of someone I care to help
#89 The ability to see potential in people and possibilities in situations
#90 The ability to listen to people patiently, attentively and nonjudgmentally
#91 The ability to offer good advice and counsel that helps people with their problems
#92 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical)
#93 The ability to identify and make use of available resources in ingenious ways
#94 The ability to behave appropriately and diplomatically when out in public
#95 The ability to sacrifice immediate, personal gratification for the greater good of all
#96 The ability to entertain others and make people laugh
#97 The ability to model integrity by living in alignment with my values (when very healthy)
#98 The ability to endure hardships and difficult times (with my quiet strength and tenacity)
#99 The ability to seek to understand myself deeply (and then help humanity do the same)
#100 The ability to go and go and go.... until I crash (like the Energizer bunny!)
#101 The ability to invent new theories, models or systems to solve problems
#102 The ability to broadly comprehend a subject while penetrating it deeply (and in great detail!)
#103 The ability to comfort, support and empathize with others
#104 The ability to observe life impartially and see it from multiple, abstract perspectives
#105 The ability to take daring risks but based on practical intuition
#106 The ability to identify and utilize all available resources at my disposal
#107 The ability to do what I say I will do
#108 The ability to make people feel included and important
#109 The ability to perform and play a role well
#110 The ability to look for the positive in any situation
#111 The ability to follow my heart, wherever it may lead
#112 The ability to see the big picture and the implications of my actions and ideas
#113 The ability to keep my word and do what I say I will do
#114 The ability to sell, promote and market myself, my services, and my products
#115 The ability to achieve any goal I set for myself, by working long and hard if necessary
#116 The ability to work long and hard on anything that captures my interest/imagination
#117 The ability to see the bright side of any problem or situation
#118 The ability to put myself in someone else's shoes and consider their feelings
#119 The ability to network
#120 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
#121 The ability to see the good in others
#122 The ability to speak my mind and inspire others to do the same
#123 The ability to bring enthusiasm, optimism, passion and fun to whatever work I do
#124 The ability to feel things deeply and share the depths of my soul with others, warts and all
#125 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of loyalty, duty and commitment
#126 The ability to read people well and perceive what's not being said
#127 The ability to think systematically and approach problems carefully and methodically
#128 The ability to focus and concentrate on a work task
#129 The ability to put enormous energy, passion and intensity into whatever I do
#130 The ability to investigate, probe and question
#131 The ability to keep personal information confidential (important for most occupations)
#132 The ability to work hard, persevere and do whatever it takes to succeed
#133 The ability to help other types get in touch with their deeper feelings
#134 The ability to provide real care and support to others
#135 The ability to help others grow and develop their potential
#136 The ability to conceptually understand the fundamental principles of how anything works
#137 The ability to behave appropriately and be polite and well-mannered
#138 The ability to size people up quickly and figure out their weaknesses
#139 The ability to synthesize other peoples' ideas and present my own original ones
#140 The ability to cooperate, collaborate and create harmonious relationships with others
#141 The ability to cooperate and collaborate with others as part of a team with a common goal
#142 The ability to console, comfort and support people in times of pain and sorrow
#143 The ability to heed my conscience when making decisions
#144 The ability to feel connected with others (and even one with the universe)
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 Always have other people's welfare in mind as well as your own
#146 Can be patient, understanding, curious and a great listener
#147 Know how to look attractive: you workout, eat right, pay attention to style and grooming, etc.
#148 Would make a great teacher, mathematician, scientist, consultant or computer programmer
#149 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.)
#150 Public image is all important
#151 Need to be in control of your immediate environment and all resources
#152 Like to expose wrong-doing; willing to speak up and speak out
#153 At worst, can become resigned, emotionally dead yet needy, depressed, angry and socially isolated
#154 Hide your neediness behind giving
#155 So focused on goals, mission, purpose that you can't relate to people
#156 Excellent material providers for your family and yourself; can be generous and big-hearted
#157 Once friends have proven themselves trustworthy, they are considered part of your inner circle
#158 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
#159 Can surrender control and be genuinely soft, vulnerable and tender with your partner once you have won your partner's loyalty and affections and have no fear of being betrayed
#160 You can justify and rationalize anything you do for the sake of having fun
#161 Can be possessive and demanding, intrusive and hovering
#162 Can't stand being in confined places (like an elevator, crawl space) or confined by a relationship or job
#163 Often enjoy teaching, training, research, scholarship, sharing their knowledge and wisdom
#164 Fear being left out or forgotten
#165 As you become less healthy you can become a scheming swindler, full of hot air and empty promises
#166 Can be extremely social, entertaining, humorous and fun-loving
#167 Meaningful objects, such as antiques or art, can appease romantic desires and longings
#168 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
#169 Loving, attentive to others, generous
#170 Good team players, get along well with others
#171 Often protect the weaker/downtrodden/disadvantaged members of society, especially when they're being taken advantage of, and try to empower them to be more self-reliant, confident and courageous
#172 Extremely social, friendly and outgoing
#173 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
#174 Responsible, loyal and committed, you stand by your friends and those you love
#175 Good at planning everything out
#176 Test others to appraise your character, inner strength and fortitude
#177 Strong emphasis on fidelity
#178 Dislike inequality amongst people so strive for an egalitarian group structure --' no leaders, no followers
#179 Easily get bored with mundane reality so you embellish it with fantasy, imagination & wishful thinking
#180 Since you can feel lost without a partner, you believe you find your personal identity by merging your life with your partner's; "my life" becomes "our life," but at the cost of my independence
#181 When healthy, are concerned about eating well, exercising regularly, getting adequate sleep, paying bills on time and basically keeping yourself well-functioning
#182 Usually are good at debating, analyzing, critiquing, investigating, researching, conceptualizing, etc.
#183 Once you create powerful bonds of camaraderie with close friends, you can let your true feelings show
#184 Charismatic and charming; outgoing and personable
#185 Can become passive-aggressive when you're frustrated at yourself or with unfair authority figures
#186 Ambitious and hard working
#187 Can be seductive, sexual, jealous and possessive; relationship problems cause depression
#188 Like to put your trust and support in a cause or group you believe in; can be self-sacrificing
#189 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
#190 Can have anticipatory anxiety and fearful fantasies of worst-case scenarios
#191 Extremely accepting of other people's individuality and right to express themselves
#192 Health conscious (exercise regularly, eat well, etc.)
#193 Can engage with people deeply, authentically and passionately
#194 Can be hard on your kids (if you have them) to toughen them up for the real world
#195 Inner tension between wanting to fully participate in a group vs. not wanting the responsibility of fully participating
#196 Pay attention to yourself and "put first things first," aligning your behaviors and choices with what's really important to you, your deepest values and convictions
#197 Can be self-centered, thoughtless, impatient, demanding and grumpy when feeling frustrated or deprived
#198 At worst, can be an antisocial crackpot propounding your provocative, even anarchistic views to others
#199 Can project your own unowned power onto another and then see that person as a threat
#200 Acts of service is one of your "love languages"
#201 The positive energy of group involvement invigorates and enlivens you
#202 You are usually quite energetic and like to stay active
#203 Maintain order and comfort for everyone in your home
#204 Like to know your partner's personal thoughts, feelings and desires, and like sharing their own
#205 Want desperately to be perfect and ideal in every way but can't play the different roles simultaneously
#206 Are capable of bringing passion, intensity and excitement to your intimate relationship
#207 Keep up with latest developments in their line of work
#208 Insecure, possessive and jealous (strong fear of abandonment)
#209 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)
#210 Analyze decisions to death before making them to avoid making mistakes or jeopardizing your safety
#211 Create aesthetically pleasing surroundings in your home that have emotional resonance for you
#212 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#213 When healthy, are capable of truly admiring and deeply loving your partner
#214 Can speak up for yourself and don't allow yourself to be overworked and underappreciated
#215 Keep physically fit and healthy
#216 Are very loyal, dutiful and devoted to the people in your clan and work tirelessly on their behalf
#217 You enjoy bringing people together and being part of what's going on
#218 Can unconsciously recreate childhood losses in adulthood through reckless behavior
#219 Intuitively know the needs and interests of others
#220 Try to hide your fears behind exaggerated strength (especially men)
#221 Easily get depressed and feel disillusioned when relationship problems come up
#222 Can be tender, vulnerable and sweet but also competitive, demanding, aggressive and pushy
#223 Want to be liked and approved of by everyone
#224 Feel the need to prove yourself as anxiety about your social worth increases
#225 Help other people feel happy by sharing your deep gratitude and enjoyment of life
#226 Can feel overwhelmed by people's expectations, intrusiveness, questioning, neediness, demands, etc.
#227 You develop a keen "appetite" for secondary sources of gratification as a substitute for true self-love
#228 Can't ask for what you need
#229 At worst, anxiety attacks, work burnout and nervous breakdowns
#230 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
#231 At worst, can be vindictive, promiscuous, jealous, exhibitionistic or even rageful
#232 Having prestige and a good reputation is very important
#233 Can have intense romantic and sexual longings; easily get infatuated with a romantic interest
#234 Can have difficulty with social chit-chat and small talk, unless talking about your field
#235 Can be rigid in their viewpoint
#236 Losing your job or assets, or an illness that stops you from working, can feel life threatening
#237 Tactful with good manners and a gracious way with people
#238 Some choose work that helps others become more attractive
#239 Like time alone. Can be balanced with regard to own needs vs. others' needs
#240 Are able to commit deeply in a relationship as long as you have ongoing stimulation and variety
#241 At worst, can completely control and dominate your partner and isolate him/her from other people
#242 Once you have fallen in love with your partner, you can become codependent and/or jealous
#243 Can sometimes be indecisive about whether you want to belong to a group or not
#244 With your great intuition, can have excellent social skills, social sensitivities and great manners
#245 Expressing feelings that occur in the moment is difficult without having time to think about them
#246 Want to know everything about your partner -- body, mind and soul; no secret is too sacred
#247 Black and white thinking can cause you to hold grudges against people for small disagreements
#248 Give their time, energy and even money to improve conditions for people and/or the world
#249 At worst, you can feel alone, lost, dissociated from others and yourself
#250 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#251 Procrastination
#252 Often are a high achiever who participates in social causes; have unique talents and gifts to share
#253 Outgoing and sociable but like having a home base
#254 Can be neglectful of important responsibilities and obligations
#255 A master networker and organizer who can bring people together that need each other's help
#256 You're very protective -- of yourself, your loved ones, your possessions, your friends, and others in need
#257 Your fear of material deprivation can cause a preoccupation with wanting comfort, especially at home
#258 Can be dauntless and throw caution to the wind to materialize your dream
#259 Inner tension between wanting privacy/alone time vs. wanting intense, intimate connection with partner
#260 Try to avoid the meaninglessness of a mundane existence by living on the edge and taking risks
#261 Can be haughty, snobbish, intellectually arrogant and condescending toward "inferior-minded" people
#262 Go after what you want
#263 Often feel lonely, even when with others
#264 Often drawn to academia or science (but not always); may become an expert in their field
#265 Are willing to confront people who take advantage of your kindness and charity
#266 Are passionate about life
#267 Are resilient; you can reframe disappointments and look to future possibilities for happiness
#268 Are considerate and cooperative but have good boundaries; don't allow others to control or coerce you
#269 Inner tension between wanting to comply with others' wishes vs. wanting to defy/assert independence
#270 Often get impatient and frustrated by other people's slower pace; like to take immediate action
#271 Excellent at pointing out angles, perspectives or viewpoints that others had not considered
#272 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
#273 Often focus on maintaining your home and the stability of your home life
#274 Set personal goals regularly and don't sweep problems under the rug
#275 Crave yet fear intimacy due to hidden feelings of undesirability
#276 Strong sense of social responsibility
#277 Feel a sense of entitlement to get their essential needs met too
#278 Supportive and forgiving
#279 Desire to find the perfect, ideal partner
#280 Know how to get close to and intimate with people
#281 Are goal-oriented, hard-working and energetic
#282 Can be a hypochondriac
#283 Resent authority because you see it as unnecessary and just another restriction on your freedom
#284 Can bolster up your image to compensate for social insecurities: dressing up to the nines, having a unique social style/presentation, being glamorous but a little aloof, having elite membership, etc.
#285 Overprotective
#286 May even take credit for others' work and/or exaggerate their success/fame/wealth
#287 Tend to retreat to the comfort and solitude of your home where you feel more safe and at ease