Free Enneagram Test - Find Your Type | DYNAMIS Integrative Retreat

Welcome to your Enneagram personality assessment.

This comprehensive 144-question test will help you discover your primary personality type and understand your unique patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. Please answer each question honestly based on how you typically are, not how you wish to be. There are no right or wrong answers – simply choose the option that resonates most with your natural tendencies. Set aside 20-30 minutes in a quiet space to complete this journey of self-discovery. Your detailed results will be emailed to you upon completion.

PERSONALITY TEST BASED ON THE ENNEAGRAM

Please enter your information to begin the test. Your detailed results will be sent to your email once you finish.

Question 1

I tend to be critical and notice what’s not right, because that helps improve things

I do not like to criticize and avoid it, because focusing on the negative does not help

Question 2

I do not like to see people suffer, so I usually rush to help them

I do not like to see people suffer, but it is not wise to spoil them with shallow help. If they want to learn to help themselves, I can show them how

Question 3

When I am unsure of what to do, I like getting advice from others

When I am unsure of what to do, I prefer deciding on my own by weighing different options

Question 4

One of my greatest qualities is the depth of my feelings

One of my greatest qualities is the agility of my mind

Question 5

I tend to be careless about my personal appearance

I tend to be careful about my personal appearance

Question 6

I persuade others through the confidence I show and the strength of my personality

I persuade others through my honesty and the soundness of my arguments

Question 7

I tend to show agreement and acceptance of what people say about themselves

I tend to show skepticism and disbelief about what people tell me about themselves

Question 8

When I am under pressure, I tend to set emotions aside and rely on my mind

When I am under pressure, I tend not to think and react impulsively

Question 9

I can quickly adapt to new situations

It takes me time to adapt to new situations

Question 10

Maybe I get too involved in other people’s problems

Maybe I let my own problems grow too big

Question 11

I prefer others to think well of me even if I do not get what I want

I prefer to get what I want even if others do notthink well of me

Question 12

I am a person with artistic sensitivity

I am a person who knows how to do different things well

Question 13

I stand up for my friends and would defend them even if they’re wrong

For friendship, I wouldn’t compromise my values or principles

Question 14

I need people to be close to me and show me affection

I adapt to the level of closeness others prefer to maintain

Question 15

I believe I am a serene and peaceful person, and others see me that way

I believe I am a tormented and anxious person, and others usually notice it

Question 16

I am interested in following my ideas and inspirations, even if they do notyield practical results

I care more about concrete results than about ideas

Question 17

Others think I am balanced and calm

Others think I am lively and uninhibited

Question 18

I have a deep need for security

I have a strong need to feel that I am right

Question 19

One of my deepest desires is to achieve meaningful goals

One of my deepest desires is to feel close to others

Question 20

I am driven by a strong desire to reach goals and gain recognition for my achievements

You’re naturally oriented toward deep emotions and feelings

Question 21

I go with the flow, seeking to maintain peace and harmony

I do not like to lose control of myself, so I set boundaries

Question 22

I tend to approach people to help and protect them

People tend to approach me to help and protect me

Question 23

I do well in what I do because I can make a good impression easily

I do well in what I do even though I am not great at making a strong impression

Question 24

I usually put a lot of pressure on myself because of my problems

I usually avoid thinking too much about my problems

Question 25

I am like the weather: I am constantly changing

I am like a mirror: I reflect accomplishments and abilities

Question 26

I feel good when people seek me out and depend on me

I feel responsible and concerned when people depend on me

Question 27

When I get into trouble, I dive into my feelings to find meaning

When I get into trouble, I try harder

Question 28

I like exciting and lively things

I prefer calm and gentle things

Question 29

I often have trouble making decisions

I rarely have trouble making decisions

Question 30

I get absorbed in my feelings and lose track of time

I am very aware of time, and tend to be punctual

Question 31

I realize that sometimes I can be rather emotional and sentimental

I realize that sometimes I can be rather reserved and controlled

Question 32

Fulfilling social obligations is not that important to me

I take my social obligations very seriously

Question 33

Usually, it is hard for others to control me

Usually, it is easy for others to control me

Question 34

I can be rather austere and need only the bare minimum while working

it is important for me to be comfortable while working

Question 35

If I were forced to choose between torturing or being tortured, I would rather torture

If I were forced to choose between torturing or being tortured, I would rather be tortured

Question 36

I am romantic and give myself over to strong emotions

I am logical and do notlike being too emotional

Question 37

I realize that sometimes I am too complacent and dreamy

I realize that sometimes I am too critical and blunt

Question 38

I realize that sometimes I am too complacent and dreamy

I realize that sometimes I rely too much on success and image

Question 39

I worry about dying without developing all my potential

I worry about dying and missing out on life’s pleasures

Question 40

I would make whatever sacrifice is necessary to become an expert in a field

I would make whatever sacrifice is necessary to build a secure life for myself and my loved ones

Question 41

I usually stay proper and formal around others

I usually feel comfortable around others

Question 42

The voice of my conscience does not speak to me very often

The voice of my conscience speaks to me too frequently

Question 43

My health problems probably come from worrying too much about others

My health problems probably come from going to extremes with my bad habits

Question 44

When facing adversity, I tend to escape into fantasy

When facing adversity, I tend to seek support and advice from trustworthy people

Question 45

The positive reaction I get from others for what I do is important to me

I know that if I have done something well, I do not need others’ reactions to be sure of it

Question 46

Those I love say I am too distrustful and suspicious of their intentions

Those I love say I worry too much about them

Question 47

A big motivation for me is to stand out and be admired as an individual

A big motivation for me is to have strong and powerful influence as an individual

Question 48

In general, I think more about the past

In general, I think more about the future

Question 49

I challenge authority and ignore rules as much as I can

I respect authority and follow the rules, and it annoys me when others don’t

Question 50

I tend to praise others more than criticize

I tend to criticize others more than praise

Question 51

I tend to have high goals and objectives

I do not tend to have very high goals and objectives

Question 52

I tend to take initiative when something needs to be done

I do not like taking initiative and prefer others to start things

Question 53

it is hard for me to ask for or request what I need

I have no trouble asking for or requesting what I need

Question 54

I let others do things their way, even if they make their own mistakes

I think it is better to help others see their mistakes and avoid making them

Question 55

People come to me because I deliver effective and tangible results

People come to me because I make them feel safe and appreciated

Question 56

If I had to choose, I would prefer power over pleasure

If I had to choose, I would prefer pleasure over power

Question 57

I depend on my friends and they know they can depend on me

I do not depend on people — I am independent and want to do things my own way

Question 58

When someone is special to me, I make an effort to be proper and do what’s right

When someone is special to me, I find it easy to tell or show them

Question 59

I am an outgoing and sociable person

I am a serious and reserved person

Question 60

I want to free myself from fears

I want to free myself from pressures

Question 61

I hate acting before I have thought things through carefully

I act quickly, trusting that I can do things well and push forward

Question 62

I dedicate a good part of my time to developing my talents and abilities

I dedicate a good part of my time to understanding and knowing myself

Question 63

It drives me crazy when people do notvalue what I have done for them

It drives me crazy when people do notfollow my guidance more carefully

Question 64

I seek stimulation and exciting things

I seek peace and inner calm

Question 65

When I have conflicts with others, I tend to withdraw

When I have conflicts with others, I rarely back down

Question 66

I approach people, listen to them, and give them personal advice

I approach people but not in such an intimate way

Question 67

I am patient; I stop and observe things calmly

I am impatient; I jump in and tackle problems right away

Question 68

I act more from "what I feel" than from set intentions or goals

I act more from an intention and a goal than from "what I feel"

Question 69

I am not afraid of having conflicts with others

I am afraid of having conflicts with others

Question 70

I am more hardworking and responsible than many of my friends

I am more positive and enthusiastic than many of my friends

Question 71

it is important for me to have an aesthetically pleasant environment

Having an aesthetically pleasant environment isn’t that important to me

Question 72

People see me as attractive and successful

People see me as formal and idealistic

Question 73

I am a perfectionist and strive to do things well even if it bothers people

I am less perfectionist; getting along with people is more important to me

Question 74

I am a strong person, capable of leading

I am a joyful person, capable of being happy

Question 75

I am a dreamer and impractical

I am practical and down-to-earth

Question 76

I prefer to spend my time connecting with people

I prefer to spend my time studying and reading

Question 77

Having a good social status is important to me

Having a good social status is not important to me

Question 78

I love people, but I must control my emotions

I love people and tend to be very expressive

Question 79

I can and like to be self-sufficient

I can and like to depend on others

Question 80

I am affectionate, though people do notlove me as much as I love them

I am happy, though I would be much happier if I got everything I wanted

Question 81

I want to be socially accepted

I do not care about being socially accepted

Question 82

I am very aware of how I present myself, who I am, and how I look to others

I am hardly aware of how I present myself, who I am, or how I look to others

Question 83

Life can be difficult, but with depth you can start to find full meaning in it

Life is a challenge, but with dedication and effort you can achieve success

Question 84

I usually follow the wisdom of my feelings and impulses

I usually follow the wisdom of my conscience and reason

Question 85

I prefer to work helping people one-on-one

I prefer to work helping people as part of a team effort

Question 86

Deep down, I think I am better than most people

Deep down, I think I am more flawed than most people

Question 87

People have said I am very argumentative and like to debate

People have said I am quite accommodating and do notlike to argue

Question 88

Before acting, I take time to clarify what my feelings and impulses are telling me

Reflecting and thinking deeply is just an excuse not to act; what matters is doing things immediately

Question 89

I am cautious and take few risks

I am adventurous and take risks easily

Question 90

I am an affectionate and cheerful person who enjoys the company of others

I tend to be a serious, reserved person who likes discussing topics

Question 91

In general, I tend to be pessimistic

In general, I tend to be optimistic

Question 92

Usually, when I get angry I act distant and cold

Usually, when I get angry I yell and argue with people

Question 93

I tend to avoid most physical activities

I tend to seek out and enjoy most physical activities

Question 94

I work well in teams

I find working in teams frustrating because often people do notpull their weight

Question 95

I am good at giving people attention and encouragement

I am good at giving people direction and clear goals

Question 96

People would say I am often tense and nervous

People would say I am often “spaced out” and in the clouds

Question 97

I am cautious and selective about what I share from my personal life

I speak openly about my personal life

Question 98

People have told me to stop having so many ideas and alternatives and to make a definite move

People have told me I need to change, relax, and enjoy life

Question 99

I like connecting with people and I often do it

I do not like much contact with people and I rarely seek it

Question 100

I like trying new things and I am eager for new experiences

I already know what I like, so I do not like wasting time on things I might not enjoy

Question 101

I tend to feel guilty easily

I rarely ever feel guilty

Question 102

Honestly, I am very self-confident

Honestly, I am very insecure

Question 103

I make friends easily and often

I do not make friends that easily

Question 104

Honestly, I am too flexible and indulgent with myself

Honestly, I am too rigid and demanding with myself

Question 105

I fear separation so much that I would rather submit to others to avoid it

I fear submitting to others so much that I would rather separate from them to avoid it

Question 106

Sometimes I feel shy and unable to express myself well

I am not shy and I easily say what others do notdare to express

Question 107

I tend to be a common and ordinary person in many areas of my life

I tend to be a different and out-of-the-ordinary person in many areas of my life

Question 108

Without realizing it, I often find myself attached to people

Without realizing it, I often find myself competing with people

Question 109

I avoid change as much as possible, because God does not make mistakes and everything is fine

I seek change as much as possible, because God needs our help to improve things

Question 110

I secretly wish to get away with things as much as possible

I secretly wish to have as much fun and enjoyment as possible

Question 111

I am someone who inspires trust

I am someone who inspires admiration

Question 112

I am more cerebral than intuitive

I am more intuitive than cerebral

Question 113

I like when people confide their personal problems in me

It makes me a little uncomfortable when people confide their personal problems in me

Question 114

I must admit that sometimes I am a bit cowardly

I must admit that sometimes I go overboard being brave

Question 115

I am a bit of a good conversationalist and I entertain people

I am a bit of a teacher and a seeker of new paths

Question 116

I am a perceptive and intelligent person

I am an intuitive and sensitive person

Question 117

I wish others would truly love me

I wish others would truly know and value my qualities

Question 118

Sometimes, thanks to me, people reconcile

Sometimes, because of me, people have disagreements

Question 119

I would rather understand the world around me even if I couldn’t control it

I would rather control the world around me, even if I couldn’t fully understand it

Question 120

If one is happy first, then one can make others happy

If one tries to make others happy first, then one can be happy

Question 121

Truthfully, I do things better alone than with others

Truthfully, I do things better with others than on my own

Question 122

In dealing with people, I am deeply satisfied when they feel motivated by me to change and improve

In dealing with people, I am deeply satisfied when they feel loved by me and connected to me

Question 123

I often question my thoughts and motivations

I rarely question myself about my feelings and motivations

Question 124

Having people value and admire me is important to me

Having a powerful influence in other people’s lives is important to me

Question 125

I am very afraid of poverty

I am very afraid of abandonment

Question 126

I am realistic and think people are the way they are and won’t change

I am idealistic and think people aren’t the way they should be and can change

Question 127

I tend to be easily convinced by others’ ideas

it is hard for me to be convinced by others’ ideas

Question 128

I have great confidence in myself

Honestly, I have little confidence in myself

Question 129

I was born to enjoy life

I was born to succeed in life

Question 130

I am a loving and helpful person

I am a loyal and faithful person

Question 131

I am an ethical and idealistic person

I am a person who radiates strength and leadership

Question 132

One of my biggest flaws is being lazy

One of my biggest flaws is being fearful

Question 133

I love and am helped by silence and solitude

I dislike and get bored by silence and solitude

Question 134

I carefully select my friends based on their achievements and abilities

I easily make many close friends

Question 135

it is easy for me to accept and love myself as I am

it is not easy for me to accept and love myself as I am

Question 136

I tend to repress my desires

I tend to satisfy my desires

Question 137

I am good at identifying my own needs

I am good at identifying other people’s needs

Question 138

I have high self-esteem

I have low self-esteem

Question 139

I seek to feel secure

I seek to do what is right

Question 140

Sometimes I am afraid of people

I always feel secure around people

Question 141

I am shy and introverted

I am extroverted and not shy at all

Question 142

I have strength to control the things and people around me

I barely have strength to control the things and people around me

Question 143

I tend to dress or behave outside the common norms of my environment

I tend to dress or behave well within the common norms of my environment

Question 144

I am someone who usually follows through on what I set out to do

I am someone who often fails to follow through on what I set out to do

Understanding the Enneagram: A Dynamic Map of Human Consciousness

The Enneagram is far more than a personality typing system – it's a profound tool for transformation that reveals the deep structures of human consciousness. This ancient wisdom, brought to Western societies through Sufi teachings, represents a millennial map of the universe reflected in the human psyche.

What is the Enneagram?

The word "Enneagram" comes from the Greek "ennea" (nine) and "gramma" (figure), referring to the nine-pointed geometric symbol that maps nine interconnected personality types. Unlike static personality assessments, the Enneagram is a dynamic system that recognizes the fluid nature of human consciousness and our capacity for growth and transformation.

Each of the nine types represents a different lens through which we perceive and interact with the world:

Type 1 - The Reformer: Principled, purposeful, self-controlled
Type 2 - The Helper: Generous, demonstrative, people-pleasing
Type 3 - The Achiever: Adaptable, excelling, driven
Type 4 - The Individualist: Expressive, dramatic, self-absorbed
Type 5 - The Investigator: Perceptive, innovative, isolated
Type 6 - The Loyalist: Engaging, responsible, anxious
Type 7 - The Enthusiast: Spontaneous, versatile, scattered
Type 8 - The Challenger: Self-confident, decisive, confrontational
Type 9 - The Peacemaker: Receptive, reassuring, complacent

The Dynamic Nature of the Enneagram

It's crucial to understand that the Enneagram is not a box to confine you but a map to guide your journey. We are not strictly positioned at a single number – we are dynamic beings capable of accessing different aspects of all types. Your primary type is simply your "home base," the familiar pattern you return to, especially under stress.

Wings: Expanding Your Personality

Each type is influenced by the two numbers adjacent to it, called "wings." For example, a Type 4 can have a 3-wing (4w3) or a 5-wing (4w5), adding unique flavors and dimensions to their core type. These wings demonstrate how we naturally blend and flow between different energetic patterns, showcasing the Enneagram's recognition of human complexity.

The Transformation Spirals: Paths of Growth

The Enneagram reveals two primary paths of movement:

Integration (Growth): When we're secure and growing, we move toward the positive qualities of another type. This "direction of integration" shows us our path toward health and self-actualization.

Disintegration (Stress): Under pressure, we may take on the negative aspects of another type. Understanding this pattern helps us recognize when we're off-balance and need support.

These spirals of transformation illustrate that personality is not fixed but flows along predictable paths of development and regression, offering a roadmap for conscious evolution.

Why Psychology Embraces the Enneagram

Modern psychology values the Enneagram for several reasons:

Depth of Insight: It reveals not just behaviors but the underlying motivations, fears, and desires that drive them.
Holistic Approach: It integrates cognitive, emotional, and instinctual intelligence, addressing the whole person.
Growth-Oriented: Unlike diagnostic tools that label pathology, the Enneagram focuses on potential and transformation.
Relational Wisdom: It enhances empathy and understanding in relationships by revealing different worldviews and communication styles.
Spiritual Integration: It bridges psychology and spirituality, acknowledging the soul's journey toward wholeness.

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing

The Enneagram's roots trace back through various wisdom traditions – from ancient Greece to Christian mysticism, from Sufi teachings to modern psychology. This synthesis of Eastern and Western wisdom makes it uniquely suited for integrative healing approaches.

In therapeutic settings, the Enneagram serves as a powerful catalyst for:

Self-Awareness: Recognizing unconscious patterns and automatic reactions
Compassion: Understanding that everyone operates from their own internal logic
Shadow Work: Integrating rejected aspects of ourselves
Purpose Discovery: Aligning with our essential nature and life mission
Addiction Recovery: Understanding the core wounds that drive compulsive behaviors

Your Journey Forward

Remember, discovering your Enneagram type is just the beginning. This ancient map invites you to a lifelong journey of self-discovery, compassion, and transformation. As you explore your type, remain curious and gentle with yourself. The goal is not perfection but awareness – not to transcend your type but to embody it more consciously and healthily.

The Enneagram reminds us that while we each see through a particular lens, we all contain the full spectrum of human experience. In recognizing our patterns, we find the freedom to choose differently. In understanding our limitations, we discover our unique gifts. And in embracing our dynamic nature, we open to the infinite possibilities of human transformation.

At DYNAMIS Integrative Rehab, we integrate the Enneagram into our holistic treatment approach, helping individuals understand the deeper patterns behind their struggles and discover pathways to lasting transformation.

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Welcome to your Enneagram personality assessment.

PERSONALITY TEST BASED ON THE ENNEAGRAM

Understanding the Enneagram: A Dynamic Map of Human Consciousness

What is the Enneagram?

The Dynamic Nature of the Enneagram

Wings: Expanding Your Personality

The Transformation Spirals: Paths of Growth

Why Psychology Embraces the Enneagram

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing

Your Journey Forward

Patricio Espinoza
Integrative Psychotherapist

Dynamis Integrative Retreat

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Welcome to your Enneagram personality assessment.

PERSONALITY TEST BASED ON THE ENNEAGRAM

Understanding the Enneagram: A Dynamic Map of Human Consciousness

What is the Enneagram?

The Dynamic Nature of the Enneagram

Wings: Expanding Your Personality

The Transformation Spirals: Paths of Growth

Why Psychology Embraces the Enneagram

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing

Your Journey Forward

Patricio Espinoza Integrative Psychotherapist

Dynamis Integrative Retreat

Book Appointment

Wifi

Air conditioner

Phone

TV

Hanger

Bell Ring

Patricio Espinoza
Integrative Psychotherapist