Personality Types

Chilhood Scenarios for Enneatypes: Law of Three

2010-01-14T11:38:00.001-08:00

I've recently come across a really interesting article that promotes a different hypothesis of how Enneagram types form during childhood and I thought I should present it briefly on the blog. It's commonly accepted that the Enneagram type has both a genetic component and an environmental component and it's their interaction that decides the final typology. This theory states that

Myers Briggs types under Stress

2010-01-03T06:41:00.000-08:00

We all know what Enneagram types do when they're stressed out, as it's been long discussed in a wide number of publications. And it's been long complained the fact that the Myers Briggs theory isn't a dynamic system because it doesn't explain how its 16 types act when in distress. I beg to differ. The cognitive functions that underlie each type offer pertinent predictions of how the

PSTypes Enneagram Test

2009-11-29T11:39:00.000-08:00

This is a new free Enneagram test I have developed. It has 171 items and it will take you about 20 minutes to complete. The accuracy of the final version of the test is rather high, considering the data so far. The sample consisted of 198 people that had previously decided on their Enneagram type (of course, all 9 Enneatypes were represented in the sample). The

Enneagram Tritype Descriptions: Type Five

2009-11-22T08:43:00.000-08:00

This is a list of descriptions for all the Enneagram Tritypes of type Five: it explores the flavours that each tritype configuration can bring to this type. Therefore they are by no means complete depictions of type Five and must be viewed as additions and orientations of the main characteristics of the leading type (which will remain fundamental). If you are a type Five and have

Enneagram and Myers Briggs on TV Shows

2009-10-29T05:22:00.000-07:00

One of the easiest way to apply one's Enneagram and Myers Briggs theoretical knowledge is to study and type the characters on TV shows. Unlike movies which are usually too short to allow for thorough development of its characters' personalities, TV series manage to provide us with consistent examples of many different types which can be observed at length and in a larger number of

A Thorough Enneagram Test

2009-09-06T05:19:00.000-07:00

I've recently come across a really thorough Enneagram test, which gives strikingly similar results to the official RHETI instrument. It has 180 questions (items) that you have to evaluate on a scale of 0 to 3, depending on how well each describes you.You can download it here (it's an Excel document):Enneagram Test v.5Remember, this is quite a long test - it will probably take about an

Incompatibility of Myers Briggs Types

2009-08-16T01:31:00.001-07:00

Besides Myers Briggs compatibility models, there are also several theories on the incompatibility of the types that emerged at the same time and have been long studied by psychologists and couple therapists in order to decide their viability. I will present three of them which appear to be the most popular. How reliable they actually are, is something you’ll have to decide for

Duniho Enneagram Test

2009-08-08T15:24:00.001-07:00

Today I've been quite busy - I've went through the Internet archives at WayBackMachine and managed to find the original Duniho Enneagram test (which has been offline for quite some time now). It didn't compute the results anymore so I had to take a look at the source code and do a bit of re-programming. It now works, and you can take it here for free. Enjoy! 1.

Enneagram Tritype Descriptions: Type One

2009-08-03T02:25:00.001-07:00

This is a list of descriptions for all the Enneagram Tritypes of type One: it explores the flavours that each tritype configuration can bring to this type. Therefore they are by no means complete depictions of type One and must be viewed as additions and orientations of the main characteristics of the leading type (which will remain fundamental). If you are a type One and have decided

Myers Briggs Type Discussion: The Four Functions

2009-07-26T10:50:00.000-07:00

This post is continued from the previous article, Myers Briggs Type Discussion: The Four Attitudes. If you haven’t read that yet, you should also give it a look.The FunctionsThere are two kinds of functions in Myers Briggs theory: ones that help you perceive the world around you (the perceiving functions: Intuition or Sensation) and ones that help you make decisions based on the info you

Myers Briggs Type Discussion: The Four Attitudes

2009-07-23T11:33:00.000-07:00

I was thinking, I never got the chance to talk about the theory that underlies the Myers Briggs typology (which is further based upon Jung’s personality types). So in the next few posts I will talk about what the letters in the Myers Briggs type stand for and how you can discern your type by using the four dichotomies: Introversion vs. Extroversion, Intuiting vs. Sensing, Thinking vs.

The Enneagram Tritype

2009-07-22T13:40:00.000-07:00

The concept of the Enneagram Tritype has recently caught my attention as another great way of explaining subtle but surprising differences among individuals of the same type, and also a wonderful way of expanding and diversifying the description of personality. This idea originally belonged to Oscar Ichazo, and was afterwards studied and further developed by Katherine and David

Enneagram and Myers Briggs Type Correlations

2009-07-12T10:52:00.000-07:00

Although it was never possible to exclusively assign different Myers Briggs types to certain Enneagram points, extensive research has proven that a statistically significant correlation does exist between the two typologies.Different studies provided somewhat different data, however there are many similarities among the results, so I will focus on these particular correlations that

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 8

2009-07-10T09:09:00.001-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Eight and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.8 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Enneagram Explorations Test - Enneacards

2009-06-03T11:19:00.000-07:00

I want an Enneagram Test Personality Profile to determine my Special Talents I want to consult with an expert Enneagram Coach on relationships and my life purpose.

Fictional Types - Sex and the City

2009-05-29T03:27:00.000-07:00

I've recently finished watching the whole Sex and the City series and I found it quite enjoyable, not only because of the humour and good story line but also thanks to the main characters that were consistent, intelligently thought-out and allowed for an accurate typing in both the Enneagram and Myers Briggs typologies. However the men in the show are unfortunately exessively similar in

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 7

2009-05-24T06:48:00.000-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Seven and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.7 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 6

2009-05-10T15:04:00.000-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Six and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.6 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Jung Test - Type Evaluator

2009-05-01T01:11:00.000-07:00

This is a Jungian types test developed by Lenore Thomson and Aryeh Maidenbaum. Jungian types are similar in theory to the Myers Briggs types. Note that the Myers-Briggs® type can only be achieved by taking the authentic Myers-Briggs Instrument®.Just like with the previous Enneagram test, grab a piece of paper and note down your answers to each question. The scoring instructions are at the end of

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 5

2009-04-29T11:59:00.000-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Five and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.5 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 4

2009-04-19T06:02:00.001-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Four and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.4 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Compatibility for Myers Briggs Types Part 2

2009-04-17T05:00:00.001-07:00

I’m back with other compatibility theories for the Myers Briggs types, as promised. Remember each of them brings a new and potentially confusing viewpoints so take them with a grain of salt. It’s up to you to eventually decide which makes more sense and is more accurate.For more on MB compatibility, also read:Compatibility for Myers Briggs Types Part 1 Incompatibility of Myers Briggs

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 3

2009-04-14T12:46:00.001-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Three and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.3 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 2

2009-04-11T11:36:00.000-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type Two and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.2 and 1Mistyping frequency:

Enneagram Misidentifications - Type 1

2009-04-10T10:24:00.001-07:00

In this article, I will try to clear up some of the differences between Enneagram Type One and the rest of the Enneagram types respectively. The comparison tables will be subject to modifications and additions as more information reveals itself.I hope it will be a useful tool for people who have trouble mistyping or aren't sure of their type - I'm one of them too.1 and 2Mistyping frequency:

Children's Jungian Types

2009-04-07T03:54:00.000-07:00

Ever wonder what your kid's Jungian type is going to be, or whether yourself as a child identified with your current type?Studies have been carried out that proved the preferences for the final Myers Briggs / Jungian typology are starting to show as early as age 2. Between 2-4 years old, children are observed to develop their attitudes - the I/E and P/J preferences. Therefore at this age

Enneagram compatibility - instinctual variants

2009-04-05T03:17:00.000-07:00

There aren’t yet many studies that focus on the Enneagram types compatibiliy, but still one main idea managed to grab my attention.Although the instinctual variants aren’t technically a ‘part’ of the Enneagram types, as they exist independently of any typology whatsoever, it seems that the specific flavour they give to each type is actually one of the most poweful indicators for

New Enneagram Test

2009-04-02T12:06:00.000-07:00

I've discovered this test on a foreign site and took the time to translate it into English. It's highly unlikely that you have ever taken this Enneagram test before, so here's the opportunity. Grab a piece of paper and a pen and follow the instructions below.This Enneagram test will help you determine your own typology, as well as that of your friends and relatives with an accuracy of

Compatibility for Myers Briggs Types Part 1

2009-03-31T11:07:00.000-07:00

When it comes to the compatibility of the Myers Briggs types, there are lots of contradictory theories out there and each of them claims to have found the right fomula. Some of them say that the compatibility is higher as the types are more similar, others sustain the contrary, that the best relationships happen between opposite typologies.In order to shed some light on the matter, I’ve

Famous Enneagram Types

2009-03-29T12:14:00.000-07:00

Here are some celebrities that seem to fit each of the Enneagram types. The typing is probably not 100% accurate, so if you have any additions or objections to these lists, please feel free to place a comment on the blog and I will take your arguments into account. This list is subject to further updates and modifications. Ones Julie Andrews, Harry Belafonte, Debby Boone, Lloyd

Cognitive Functions Free Tests

2009-03-29T04:51:00.000-07:00

For those of you who have taken their MB knowledge to a higher level, there are also these very accurate and scientific tests that measure your use of each of the cognitive functions in order to determine your type. The tests are not officially 'online' but they still can be found in the site's archives and they're functional (they will compute your results). Here you go:

Free Enneagram Tests

2009-03-28T10:19:00.000-07:00

Enneagram Institute RHETI sampleScroll down the page to find the test. It's an excerpt from the longer, paid version of the RHETI test, the only certified Enneagram type indicator to date. I found this shorter test about as accurate as the full version - there are very high chances that your real type is among the first three highest scores.Enneagram Institute QUEST testThis is a very

Free Jungian Type Tests

2009-03-28T04:06:00.000-07:00

Jungian types are similar in theory to Myers Briggs types.Note that the Myers-Briggs® type can only be achieved by taking the authentic Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®.HumanMetrics TestThis is one of the most popular tests online, it's not one of my personal favourites but it's not very long and is sufficiently accurate.Kisa Personality TestThis is an interesting test with more uncommon