The 18 Enneagram Signatures

The Enneagram identifies nine core strategies we use to navigate the world, each driven by a fundamental desire and a fundamental fear. When you add in the "Wing"—the neighboring type that flavors your personality—you get 18 distinct personality signatures.

1w9: The Idealist

Core Fear: Being morally corrupt or emotionally volatile.

1w2: The Advocate

Core Fear: Being selfish, useless, or unkind.

2w1: The Servant

Core Fear: Being unworthy of love due to mistakes.

2w3: The Host

Core Fear: Being socially rejected or humiliated.

3w2: The Charmer

Core Fear: Failing to impress or losing admiration.

3w4: The Professional

Core Fear: Being ordinary, undistinguished, or basic.

4w3: The Aristocrat

Core Fear: Being unnoticed, plain, or defective.

4w5: The Bohemian

Core Fear: Being incompetent or misunderstood.

5w4: The Iconoclast

Core Fear: Being useless or having no unique insight.

5w6: The Problem Solver

Core Fear: Being incapable, unsafe, or unprepared.

6w5: The Defender

Core Fear: Losing stability or internal guidance.

6w7: The Buddy

Core Fear: Being alone, unsupported, or trapped.

7w6: The Entertainer

Core Fear: Missing out or feeling negative emotions.

7w8: The Realist

Core Fear: Being limited, controlled, or bored.

8w7: The Maverick

Core Fear: Being controlled or slowing down.

8w9: The Bear

Core Fear: Being vulnerable or losing autonomy.

9w8: The Referee

Core Fear: Conflict or losing their peace of mind.

9w1: The Dreamer

Core Fear: Separation, disharmony, or reality.