Twos communication style is warm, supportive, and focused. With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at the essential aspects of their relationship. Subscribe to my YouTube channel to learn more about your type and your loved one's type. Analyzing Enneagram 2 and 5 relationships shows us how their differences can support mutual growth and serve as a strong foundation for their connection. Learn all you can about the Enneagram! It's only natural that you want to learn all about your own type but learning about the other types will also give you some terrific insight into yourself and will greatly improve the relationships in your life. I am an avid reader and if you are too, below is a video of the OG basic books about the Enneagram to get you started and here is a blog post of some books to help you dig deeper in your pursuit of all things Enneagram.Īre you more of a visual learner? Here’s a hot tip.
#7 - Learn More about the Enneagram of Personality Make it clear that meeting their needs is a joy for you (the same way it feels to them when they help someone!). Rather than feel rejected or lose a key relationship, however, Twos can get caught in a codependent relationship with the Eight.
Between themselves, they can get into battles with each other about whose philosophy will prevail.
They don’t want to be a burden on anyone else. Eights become more hard-hearted and confrontational, while Twos become more possessive and self-sacrificial. Often you will need to specifically ask a Type Two what they need because they feel bad directly stating their desires. A great way to support your Enneagram Type Two is to plan a coffee date with the intention of asking them how you can meet their needs.
