if you are suffering symptoms of severe depression, It may have something to do with your Enneagram personality type.
The Enneagram test is a personality typing system consisting of nine unique personality types.
When the topic of depression comes up, Enneagram personality types are not often the first thing that comes to mind.
your enneagram personality type It says a lot about how susceptible you are to symptoms of depression and how you usually deal with those symptoms.
Now that you know which Enneagram personality type you are, here's a little breakdown of what you can expect from your type.
The Enneagram personality types most likely to suffer from severe depression are:
1. Perfectionist
This personality type cannot rest unless things are done in an orderly manner. They expect perfection, but nothing in life is perfect, which leads to frustration. They can be judgmental and judgmental.
However, they are also reliable, responsible, and loyal to their loved ones. Type 1 is ruled by Mercury and ruled by Virgo and Gemini.
2. Helper
This personality type describes someone who goes out there to help others because they truly want to be there for those in need.
But they also need to feel needed and expect to be shown appreciation for their kindness.
If your kindness is not appreciated, you may become possessive and irrational. They have this attitude only towards their closest people. Type 2s are ruled by the Moon and Cancer.
3. Performer
This personality type represents someone who is the best at what they do and needs to keep striving to succeed.
They want to be the most influential person in their field or the best-looking person in their social circle.
Whatever their goal is, they need to succeed, so they will do whatever it takes to achieve it.
If you don't, you won't feel accepted and failure will become your biggest fear. Type 3 is ruled by the Sun and Leo.
4. Individualist
This personality type describes someone who is a misfit and is proud of being a misfit. At the same time, they secretly envy those who lead a less complicated life.
They are people who have always been considered rejects, but at the same time are very creative, dreamy, intuitive and expressive in their own way.
However, they are more prone to depression. Type 4s are ruled by Neptune and Pisces.
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5. Investigator
This personality type describes people who are quiet, reclusive, and keep to themselves.
They are observant. They need to learn and keep up with all kinds of intellectual stimulation.
Although they are shy, they can become lifelong friends if they allow someone into their lives. Type 5s are ruled by Uranus and Aquarius.
6. Loyalist
This personality type is cynical by nature, but at the same time they are always looking for someone or something they can trust.
People who fit this personality type are anxious and always waiting for the other shoe to drop when something positive happens in their lives.
They are always worried. Because Sixes are ruled by Saturn, they limit themselves from people and situations due to their cynical nature.
The zodiac signs that rule Type 6s are Capricorn and Aquarius.
7. Enthusiast
These types always need something to look forward to and don't bother living in the present.
They want a high life but cannot sit still. They are always traveling and seeking adventure for some reason.
They are fun to be around and are naturally outgoing.
However, they do not take on their responsibilities well. Type 7 is ruled by Jupiter, Sagittarius, and Pisces.
8. Challenger
This personality type fits that label because they are challenging towards others.
Eights need to be in control of others and in complete control of themselves and situations.
They are very ambitious and driven and will fight for what they want and need.
They don't let anyone get in their way. They can become verbally or physically aggressive if someone poses a threat to them.
Type 8s are ruled by Mars, Aries, and Scorpio.
9. Peacemaker
Without the expectations of Type 2s, this personality type wants to see the good in everyone and is supportive of those in need.
They are loyal and have a strong desire for peace. However, they are non-confrontational and fear conflict.
This personality type, like other personality types, has problems with anger. They are slow to anger.
But when they get angry, they explode or worse, become passive-aggressive.
Type 9s are ruled by Venus, as well as Taurus and Libra.
Each personality type tends to take on the characteristics of its neighboring personality type, which is considered its wing.
For example, this means that a Type 1 may take on some of the same characteristics as a Type 9 or a Type 2 because it is a personality other than a Type 9 or a Type 2.
Type 1s want perfection when they think they can't change a situation, but leave it alone to avoid conflict.
So, based on their characteristics, which Enneagram personality types are most likely to suffer from depression?
Type 4!
Type 4s tend to suffer from depression for a variety of reasons.
They are a group that feels misunderstood and wants to be recognized for their unique ways of doing things.
Fives also feel misunderstood, but unlike Fours, they don't have to worry about it.
Type 5s are withdrawn and continue to seek intellectual stimulation.
But it bothers Type Fours more than they would like to admit, and it can also contribute to depression.
In addition, type 4 leans on three wings or five wings.
They lean on the three wings when they want to be successful and recognized for something important to them.
And when the 4 leans into the 5 wing, you tend to live a more free-spirited life. bohemian lifestyle.
They still want to make themselves famous, but at the same time they don't really care what others think of them, they just sit back and quietly observe.
Depression can affect many people, but those with a Type 4 Enneagram personality type may have a harder time dealing with depression.
Miriam Slosberg Clairvoyant tarot fortune teller, author, and freelance writer. She specializes in astrology, tarot, and past life readings.
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