People with an Enneagram type One personality tend to be rational, principled, and judicial in their behavior. They usually have a desire for justice and equality. They are motivated by a strong sense of right and wrong.
What is Enneagram Type 7
(The Adventurer)?
People with an Enneagram type Seven personality tend to be enthusiastic, adventurous, and spontaneous in their behavior. They love seeking out new experiences. They are people-oriented and enjoy pursuing new relationships.
Communication
How can Ones and Sevens communicate effectively with each other?
Ones and Sevens are very different; Ones tend to prefer organization and order, while Sevens tend to enjoy being spontaneous and relaxed. Ones are driven by a desire for justice and morality, while Sevens are motivated by a desire for satisfaction and fulfillment.
Ones should be patient and understanding with Sevens by listening to their creative ideas and allowing them the freedom to pursue new opportunities.
Sevens should be considerate and organized when expressing themselves to Ones.
Resolving Conflict
How can Ones and Sevens resolve conflict?
Ones and Sevens are likely to encounter conflict, due to their differences. In order to work through it easily, Ones should be patient, addressing their concerns directly, but gently. Sevens should be receptive to Ones’ thoughts, while also expressing their own perspective honestly. Both personalities should work together to find a compromise that suits their situation.
Building Trust
How can Ones and Sevens build trust?
Ones are likely to trust Sevens who can honor their commitments and stay relatively organized. Sevens should avoid being impulsive around Ones.
Sevens will grow to trust Ones who are open-minded and adaptable. Ones should try to participate in a shared, new experience with Sevens.
Enneagram Ones tend to be strong-willed and passionate, while Sevens are usually more flexible and artistic. Ones can help Sevens commit to long-term opportunities that will benefit them, while Sevens can help Ones learn to relax and think creatively.
Dealing with Change
How can Ones and Sevens deal with change?
Ones may have a difficult time adjusting to unexpected change, while Sevens tend to easily adapt to new situations. Sevens should help Ones see the positive aspects of the issue; Ones should work to be receptive to the idea of change, though they are likely to advocate for a different solution, if they feel the change has not been beneficial.
Managing Stress
Ones and Sevens need to seek to understand what brings stress to the other type and should try to avoid causing it when possible.
Ones are easily stressed by...
Being perceived as rigid or inflexible
Receiving criticism from those they admire
Feeling as though they can’t make a difference
Overwhelming reminders of corruption in the world
Sevens are easily stressed by...
Schedules, rules, and limits
Negativity from those around them
Too much time alone
Lack of choice or freedom
Ones should avoid being overly critical of Sevens, while Sevens should try to be consistent around Ones.
Encouraging and Motivating
Ones and Sevens can encourage and motivate each other in their personal and professional lives.
Ones are motivated by...
Fighting for issues of social justice
Volunteering and helping those less fortunate
Finding the right solutions to problems
Pursuing their own personal growth
Sevens are motivated by...
New ideas and experiences
Creative or trendy aesthetics
Meeting and getting to know new people
Parties, concerts, and other large gatherings
Ones can help motivate Sevens by spending quality time with them in an artistic space, like a museum, while Sevens can encourage Ones by contributing positively to their community.
Enneagram Test
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