Enneagram Type 9, The Peacekeeper
- Jane R Shantz
- Dec 31, 2021
- 1 min read
Type 9s value the connections they make with others. They are accommodating and accepting when they interact with others and strive for peace and stability by avoiding conflict.
Type 9 Traits:
Grounded
Solid
Sustainable
Peaceful
9s seek peace and harmony and dislike conflict and tense situations. They are often assigned to be mediators and may deflect having to take a side if asked. Their core motivation is to have ‘peace of mind” inner stability. Nines aim to achieve harmony with the world around them. They enjoy connecting with nature, animals, imagination, spirituality – many of the things that other people miss in their hurry. These types have a gift for soothing hurts, healing conflicts, and creating an atmosphere of gentleness and acceptance.
Type 9 see themselves as:
Insightful
Expressive
Even-keeled
Other people see Type 9 as:
Pleasant
Calm
Good listeners
Easy going
Understanding - Supportive
Indecisive
Self-doubt
Suspicious
Working with Type 9
9s are known to procrastinate the most out of all Enneagram types. They are great when assigned to a listening, observer or facilitator role, but fall short when asked to lead. This collection of personality characteristics often leaves them feeling invisible or unheard by others.
Are you a Type 9?
My coaching of 9s includes encouraging them to speak their truth and take action. What is it that they truly want? Break out of the passive role and discover their purpose and value. People like being around a 9 because they can be heard. If you have a strong feeling or opinion, make sure you’re vocal – it’s not going to hurt anyone.
I really resonated with the point about how understanding our core motivations, rather than just observable behaviors, is crucial for genuine personal growth. It's often in uncovering these underlying drivers that we find the keys to breaking unhelpful patterns and fostering more authentic interactions, both personally and professionally. While the article beautifully articulates the 'why' behind this deeper dive, many people struggle with finding a structured framework to accurately identify and explore their own unique motivational blueprint. For anyone looking to gain clarity on their internal drivers, exploring a reliable Enneagram assessment to uncover core motivations can be an incredibly insightful next step.
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