Understanding type 4 PT 1
An intro to enneagram 4
Lady Bird ENFP 4w3 sx/so
Core desire- Having an AUTHENTIC identity which suits their inner world. Looking for depth. Focusing in being unique and special
Vice (Envy)-What I lack that others might have
Fixation (Melancholy)- The look for authenticity and potential
Wings
4w3 (The Enthusiast)-They wanna market their inner sandness to others. Often looked at as beautiful and Sad in their uniqueness. Might create an image of sadness (even if it isnt there). Doesnt have as much exetentialism as a 4w5. Might have goals and find ways to accomplish them. Will try to modulate themselves like a type 2 or 3 but won't enjoy it as much do to the feeling on inauthenticity. Will care about likability.
4w5 (The Free Spirit)-Unlike the 4w3 they dont care about marketing their sadness and such but rather hide it away. Will be more nihilistic than the 4w3 and will go into pits of despair. Will be more authentic and less socially outgoing. Not as interested in outer perception compared to other image types. Will often focus on concepts more than emotional pickiness.
Triad-Image triad (2-3-4)
As an image type the enneagram 4 will concern itself with MARKETING itself. The 3 markets themselves as ANY form of success. The enneagram 2 through likability and lovability. The enneagram 4 on the other hand will play up sadness and difference. They crave UNIQUE AUTHENTICITY.
Harmonic Triad- Reactive Triad (4-6-8)
Will react emotionally to things in a self absorbed and subjective manner. To them expressing emotions like: Disdain, hate and behaviors they disagree with is authentic to them.
Hornevian triad-Withdrawn Triad (4-5-9)
Looking to separate themselves from others due to their uniqueness.
Object Relations-Frustration (1-4-7)
Every external factor is shallow and unimportant on their eyes.
Subtypes
Social (so)- Willl Market their Sadness to gain support will play the victim and indulge in their inner sadness. Constantly comparing the mselves to others. Will share their sadness and melancholy with others and will see themselves as inferior no matter what. Focuses on not trying to feel guilty for having wishes and desires. Helplessness is their addiction.
Ex- Annie Shirley (Annie with an E) ENFP 4w3 so/sx, Diane Nguyen (Bo Jack) INFJ 4w5 so/sx and Dan Humphrey (Gossip Girl) INFJ 4w5 so/sp
Sexual (sx)-While the social type market their sadness this subtype markets their rage and anger. Since the sx subtype is focused on INTERPERSONAL relationships they will “punish” those who disappoint them. They will be more open about their anger and will often look like 8s. They often crave emotional attachment due to their inner envy and seek to “punish” those due to projection.
Zuko ISFP 4w3 sx/sp, Kylo Ren INFP 4w3 sx/sp and Gaara (Naruto) INFP 4w5 sx/sp
Self preservation (sp)-Unlike the others 4s who over indulge I their sadness and rage this 4s hide it and may look happy. The sp type of 4 doesnt concern themselves with overindulging in that sentimentality unlike the previous types. They'll correct their behavior If necessary. Can be curious and interested in finding new ways of doing things.
Belle (Beauty and the beast) INFP 4w5 sp/so, Ellio Perlman (Call me By your Name) INFP 4w5 sp/sx and Estella (Cruella) ENFP 4w3 sp/so
Movements (Postive and Negatives)
Movements to 1
Postive- Turns into discipline instead of emotional outbursts and not letting them control their life. They learn that getting things done and being practical comes from a place of level headedness. Starts leading life through morals instead of emotional impulse.
Negative-Turns into an overly picky and critical of everything. No one can do any right in their eyes. Condescending preaching to others what to do. Dissapointed constantly for no one being on the level they want.
Movements to 2
Positive-Starts focusing on the outer world more and starts looking doing the best for others.
Negative-Turns into a clingy persona and might become manipulative to gain others company.
