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 Resisting over-influence from the environment
#29 Denying any personal vulnerability or weakness
#31 Work exceptionally hard and compete to be the best
#32 Discerning the "right" thing to do (working hard, being honest, moderate, thrifty, etc.)
#33 Repress feelings for maximum performance and results
#34 Getting things "right" (your own inner critic berates you if you don't)
#35 Overusing imagination to fantasize about ideal situations
#36 Protecting the weak, innocent and disadvantaged
#37 "Matching," an NLP term meaning you try to find commonality between yourself and others
#38 Moving on to something better when stuck in pain
#39 Being passive-aggressive rather than directly confronting
#40 Being dutiful and aligning with others to feel safe
#41 Vigilance and alertness; looking for hidden agendas
#42 Being self-sufficient to limit dependency on others
#43 Present a winning personality that people will admire
#44 Imagining and engaging in interesting activities
#45 Conserving energy and withdrawing to refuel
#46 Being ultra-responsible and reliable ("I must..., I ought to..., I should...")
#47 Cope with fear by acting strong (or smart) to win support and/or by acting sexy or coquettish to attract support
#48 Tuning in to inner states and feelings to actualize the self
#49 Detach from feelings to prevent emotional overwhelm
#50 Maintaining comfortable, predictable routines
#51 Searching for the ideal (partner, job, body,...., life) that will compensate for what I feel is missing inside
#52 Sacrificing your own needs to care for others
#53 Winning important others over with kindness, charm and seduction
#54 Imposing their will and truth on others (to stay in control)
I have these natural gifts and talents that I take for granted:
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#55 The ability to promote honesty, fairness, righteousness and evenhandedness in others
#56 The ability to give my word and honor it, come hell or high water!
#57 The ability to keep my word and do what I say I will do
#58 The ability to enforce policies and procedures and speak up against dishonesty/unfairness
#59 The ability to work hard, persevere and do whatever it takes to succeed
#60 The ability to stay open-minded, inquisitive and intellectually curious
#61 The ability to find and correct errors, flaws and omissions that others overlook
#62 The ability to seek to understand myself deeply (and then help humanity do the same)
#63 The ability to cooperate and collaborate with others as part of a team with a common goal
#64 The ability to take charge and assume positions of leadership
#65 The ability to work long and hard on anything that captures my interest/imagination
#66 The ability to listen to people patiently, attentively and nonjudgmentally
#67 The ability to ensure the welfare of those I care about
#68 The ability to do what I say I will do
#69 The ability to commit to those I care about and be loyal, dependable and responsible
#70 The ability to act spontaneously and adapt quickly to changing situations
#71 The ability to explore the world of dreams and symbols and think holistically
#72 The ability to take initiative/action and get things done (and get things done quickly)
#73 The ability to organize resources, prioritize tasks and follow through on work projects
#74 The ability to mediate conflicts and disagreements between people; to harmonize
#75 The ability to foresee problems and troubleshoot them before they occur
#76 The ability to investigate, inquire and research
#77 The ability to win friends and influence people (it's great when I'm running for election, interviewing or auditioning for a part)
#78 The ability to put myself in someone else's shoes and consider their feelings
#79 The ability to encourage, uplift, inspire and empower people
#80 The ability to console, comfort and support people in times of pain and sorrow
#81 The ability to bring enthusiasm, optimism, passion and fun to whatever work I do
#82 The ability to protect people and create security and stability for them
#83 The ability to accept enormous responsibility and solve difficult problems
#84 The ability to follow rules, procedures and policies (as long as they are fair and ethical!)
#85 The ability to quickly understand computers and technology
#86 The ability to debate and critique
#87 The ability to "think outside the box" and envision exciting, creative and novel ideas
#88 The ability to heed my conscience when making decisions
#89 The ability to take control of a bad situation (a failing business or government, for example) and turn it around
#90 The ability to serve and support others and worthy causes
#91 The ability to focus and concentrate on a work task
#92 The ability to see the big picture and the implications of my actions and ideas
#93 The ability to sell, promote and market myself, my services, and my products
#94 The ability to tune in to my inner states, subconscious feelings and impulses
#95 The ability to protect, guard, defend and keep people safe from harm
#96 The ability to build trust with people with my strong sense of integrity and hard work ethic
#97 The ability to arouse enthusiasm and excitement in others for my products, services or projects (great for winning supporters, investors or followers)
#98 The ability to juggle many roles and responsibilities in life (in my pursuit of having it all!)
#99 The ability to accept and appreciate other people just the way they are
#100 The ability to follow my heart, wherever it may lead
#101 The ability to create close, personal, meaningful relationships with people
#102 The ability to lead discussion groups and build teams
#103 The ability to sense danger and often prevent it from happening
#104 The ability to focus and concentrate fully when I'm on task
#105 The ability to create peace and harmony between people (and even countries)
#106 The ability to move into focused action when known difficulties/problems arise
#107 The ability to comfort, support and empathize with others
#108 The ability to listen well and empathize deeply with others
#109 The ability to find humor in my own faults and foibles (and help others see humor in theirs)
#110 The ability to notice what is illogical, inconsistent, impractical or inefficient
#111 The ability to help others grow and develop their potential
#112 The ability to help other types get in touch with their deeper feelings
#113 The ability to create financial independence (because of my strong desire not to be dependent on anyone)
#114 The ability to synthesize vast amounts of information
#115 The ability to network and make connections (with the goal of helping each other succeed)
#116 The ability to improve myself and my work over time (a commitment to excellence)
#117 The ability to direct my own life and not be swayed, influenced or coerced by others
#118 The ability to experiment, explore, question and make discoveries
#119 The ability to pick up the feelings of people around me (because of my emotional sensitivity)
#120 The ability to work well with my hands, with tools and with possibly machinery
#121 The ability to creatively solve highly complex and mentally challenging problems
#122 The ability to plan (especially exciting things to do!)
#123 The ability to read people well and perceive what's not being said
#124 The ability to value life's simple pleasures and comforts
#125 The ability to feel things deeply and share the depths of my soul with others, warts and all
#126 The ability to identify and utilize all available resources at my disposal
#127 The ability to enforce [fair] rules imposed on others and break [unfair] rules imposed on me
#128 The ability to build rapport and trust with anyone by being genuinely interested in them
#129 The ability to perform and play a role well
#130 The ability to adapt, accommodate, "go with the flow" and "live-and-let-live"
#131 The ability to size people up quickly and figure out their weaknesses
#132 The ability to adapt well to sudden changes and shift gears quickly to stay on top of things
#133 The ability to think logically and analytically (and make decisions that way)
#134 The ability to anticipate wonderful things happening for me
#135 The ability to invent new theories, models or systems to solve problems
#136 The ability to fight for truth and justice and stand up for what I believe in
#137 The ability to learn quickly and do many different things well (can be a blessing or a curse)
#138 The ability to keep on top of things
#139 The ability to empathize with people and console and reassure them
#140 The ability to plan and then execute the plan to achieve my lofty goals (I have big dreams!)
#141 The ability to endure hardships and difficult times (with my quiet strength and tenacity)
#142 The ability to handle crises well by remaining calm and collected
#143 The ability to cooperate, collaborate and create harmonious relationships with others
#144 The ability to work in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment calling for quick thinking/action
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 avoid participating in group conflicts if at all possible
#146 Stand up for yourself and speak up when you are being discounted or ignored
#147 Have a wide-ranging curiosity and are likely multitalented
#148 At worst, can be abusive, vengeful, sadistic or even commit crimes of passion
#149 Lead a disciplined life that allows you to feel empowered and secure
#150 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)
#151 Can be a materialistic and consummate consumer; like having the latest gadgets and trendy items
#152 Try to allure and impress a romantic interest with your charisma, magnetism, success and confidence
#153 Able to be extremely open-hearted, compassionate and loving toward all sentient beings
#154 Intuitively know the needs and interests of others
#155 Are very loyal, dutiful and devoted to the people in your clan and work tirelessly on their behalf
#156 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#157 Health conscious (exercise regularly, eat well, etc.)
#158 At worst, can completely control and dominate your partner and isolate him/her from other people
#159 Strong sense of social responsibility
#160 Are self-reliant and independent
#161 Inner tension between wanting to connect with people vs. wanting to withdraw to be alone
#162 Self-reliant and independent
#163 Meaningful objects, such as antiques or art, can appease romantic desires and longings
#164 Responsible, loyal and committed, you stand by your friends and those you love
#165 Can be excellent at investing money and creating stability/security for yourself and loved ones
#166 Are capable of making new discoveries or introducing inventions or life changing theories, etc.
#167 Are capable of bringing passion, intensity and excitement to your intimate relationship
#168 Are considerate and cooperative but have good boundaries; don't allow others to control or coerce you
#169 Fearful of losing your identity and becoming just like everybody else; you desire to be something bigger
#170 If you feel misunderstood or rejected in any way you can become quite emotionally distant
#171 Truly want to have a partnership of equality where you don't feel the need to control and possess
#172 Can be disillusioned and resentful of authority figures if they end up disappointing you in some way
#173 Energetic, practical, ambitious and hard working
#174 Fear being rejected for who you really are
#175 Excellent material providers for your family and yourself; can be generous and big-hearted
#176 Desire to uphold and enforce rules for the good of all
#177 Overly concerned about your social position; want to be one of the intellectual or creative elite
#178 Know how to get close to and intimate with people
#179 Get along well with individuals and groups that are very different from each other
#180 Provide financial security and stability to others
#181 Once friends have proven themselves trustworthy, they are considered part of your inner circle
#182 Credentials, degrees, titles, awards, certifications, licenses, etc. are extremely important to have
#183 Are charismatic, passionate and truthful
#184 Charming, upbeat, entertaining; a gracious host and hostess
#185 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
#186 Charismatic and charming; outgoing and personable
#187 Flattering, ingratiating, seductive
#188 Disciplined and regimented
#189 Act childish and egocentric when scared
#190 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
#191 Work long hours to preserve their security and mitigate anxiety
#192 Can be extremely social, entertaining, humorous and fun-loving
#193 Tactful with good manners and a gracious way with people
#194 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
#195 Identify strongly with your image; can be show-offs
#196 Desire recognition but fear being embarrassed, humiliated, ridiculed or rejected by probing eyes
#197 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
#198 Want the best for everyone else as well as yourself
#199 Careful with money and possessions, don't risk them foolishly chasing a pipedream
#200 Inner tension between wanting privacy/alone time vs. wanting intense, intimate connection with partner
#201 Give their time, energy and even money to improve conditions for people and/or the world
#202 Black and white thinking can cause you to hold grudges against people for small disagreements
#203 Seductive; desire to be valued, wanted and desired
#204 Responsible, willing to make sacrifices, detail-oriented, thrifty
#205 Are goal-oriented, hard-working and energetic
#206 Can be a hypochondriac
#207 Can focus intently on work or a cause you believe in wholeheartedly
#208 Like to know your partner's personal thoughts, feelings and desires, and like sharing their own
#209 Get disappointed when your partner doesn't share the same zest for fun and adventure in life as you do
#210 Can be aware of group expectations but have enough self-esteem to do what's best for yourself
#211 Resent authority because you see it as unnecessary and just another restriction on your freedom
#212 Tend to avoid social contact; can feel alienated from others at times
#213 Usually are good at debating, analyzing, critiquing, investigating, researching, conceptualizing, etc.
#214 Are willing to confront people who take advantage of your kindness and charity
#215 Allow people to mistake your outer appearance and sexual appeal for your inner self
#216 Continually learning and into self-improvement
#217 Underlying feelings of scarcity cause you to withdraw into privacy
#218 Minor discomforts can seem unbearable --' room temp. too hot or cold, lighting to bright or dim, etc.
#219 Feel drawn to anything or anyone that is unique, unusual, complex, mysterious, intense or beautiful
#220 Dislike feeling burdened by your obligations and responsibilities; wish you could escape
#221 Can question, challenge or check up on their partner when gone too long
#222 Test limits and boundaries with your friends initially to see if they are loyal, honorable and trustworthy
#223 Analyze decisions to death before making them to avoid making mistakes or jeopardizing your safety
#224 Expect to be abandoned at any time and are terrified of having no support so you stay in bad situations
#225 Can develop excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
#226 Have too high expectations of self and others
#227 Maintain social standards of appropriateness at all times, even when speaking out is necessary
#228 You can occasionally act counterphobic and rebel against an
untrustworthy authority figure
#229 Trust and privacy are big issues; don't want your partner discussing relationship issues with other people
#230 Seductive and alluring; crave yet fear intimacy
#231 Can get defensive or angry when people mock your ideals and lifestyle or try to change them
#232 Go after what you want
#233 Can't stand being in confined places (like an elevator, crawl space) or confined by a relationship or job
#234 Have an interest in the group's welfare because you feel the group's welfare is connected to your own
#235 Fear you won't be able to survive or will be on the streets without support from your friends and family
#236 Entertaining, optimistic, positive, vivacious and upbeat
#237 Self-inhibited, repress your own wants/needs (and resent others for it)
#238 Workaholism and strong identification with their work
#239 Can fear losing the support of trusted allies if you act independently
#240 Start way more projects than you ever finish because of mental agitation and difficulty concentrating
#241 You may like symbols of success -- fancy car, nice big house, etc.
#242 Like time alone. Can be balanced with regard to own needs vs. others' needs
#243 Can become preoccupied with taking the path of least resistance --' maintaining comforting habits and repetitious routines as a way to zone out, expend minimal energy and keep your peace of mind
#244 At worst, fear others loathe and condemn you because others can read your weird thoughts
#245 Disengage from your partner to be alone after an intense engagement, which can confuse your partner
#246 Have trouble taking time off from work, relaxing or even slowing down
#247 You don't like having too many expectations or duties placed on you by the group
#248 Too intense for others
#249 Can be self-centered, thoughtless, impatient, demanding and grumpy when feeling frustrated or deprived
#250 Can be a reformer, advocate and/or crusader
#251 Supportive and forgiving
#252 Acts of service is one of your "love languages"
#253 You're very protective -- of yourself, your loved ones, your possessions, your friends, and others in need
#254 Can be seductive, sexual, jealous and possessive; relationship problems cause depression
#255 Can have intense romantic and sexual longings; easily get infatuated with a romantic interest
#256 With your great intuition, can have excellent social skills, social sensitivities and great manners
#257 Stubborn refusal to give up your self-image of being someone special
#258 Excellent social skills and great conversationalists
#259 You may like a more withdrawn type of partner that you can mold
#260 Extremely social, friendly and outgoing
#261 Like to be the center of attention, the head honcho, the big cheese
#262 Easily get depressed and feel disillusioned when relationship problems come up
#263 Are passionate about life
#264 Alter and adapt yourself to meet others' needs but then fear rejection if you express your own needs
#265 Like going to seminars, conferences and meetings to learn new knowledge and meet like-minded people
#266 Enjoy letting loose, having a good time and hosting lavish social events for your friends
#267 Can express your feelings especially well nonverbally, through your sensuality and sexuality
#268 Like to put your trust and support in a cause or group you believe in; can be self-sacrificing
#269 Overly concerned with getting credentials and judging people by their credentials (degrees, titles, etc.)
#270 Often very loyal to family and friends; enjoy nurturing and caring for your own
#271 Some choose work that helps others become more attractive
#272 You enjoy bringing people together and being part of what's going on
#273 Can be self-righteous
#274 Repress and stuff their feelings
#275 Can have trouble setting your own goals and following through with your innermost intentions
#276 Responsible and security conscious
#277 Patient and forbearing
#278 Get anxious when anything interferes with or disturbs your enjoyable rituals
#279 Can be so out of touch with your true self that you don't even know what you want
#280 Caretaking
#281 Having prestige and a good reputation is very important
#282 Desire to find the perfect, ideal partner
#283 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
#284 Not very adaptable; see things as black and white
#285 Healthy reformer qualities
#286 Set personal goals regularly and don't sweep problems under the rug
#287 You can invite aggressive reactions to your belligerent reactions
#288 Like to be seen with successful people to enhance their own social value
#289 Once you create powerful bonds of camaraderie with close friends, you can let your true feelings show
#290 Often feel socially inept or inadequate --' handle by being outwardly charming or just blending in
#291 Minimalistic; get by with the bare essentials (like books, bookshelves, a computer & Sudoku puzzles!)
#292 You can lack a strong, unchanging sense of self and often live vicariously through others
#293 Skilled at one-to-one relating because you are authentic and real rather than pretentious
#294 Can engage with people deeply, authentically and passionately
#296 You like to get involved in groups that further social causes
#297 Are likely a workaholic because independence and security are extremely important to you
#298 Seek attention and even prestige by being popular or seen with the "in crowd"
#299 Tend to be assertive and confrontational in relationships; prefer intense relationships to comfortable ones
#300 Your fear of material deprivation can cause a preoccupation with wanting comfort, especially at home
#301 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
#302 Overly concerned about how authority figures perceive you; feel the need to be well liked by them
#303 Know how to look attractive: you workout, eat right, pay attention to style and grooming, etc.
#304 Maintain order and comfort for everyone in your home
#305 Take criticism very personally
#306 Possibly abuse food (as compensation for feeling unloved)
The following questions are optional, but recommended. Please answer truthfully.