5 Words Each Enneagram Number Needs to Hear Most Each enneagram number is motivated differently and has a desire to hear certain things from the people that care about them. What if you knew 5 words that would be exactly the thing they need to hear? Today I am going to share with you 5 words each enneagram number needs to hear most. Enneagram Type One One’s care a lot about doing things right and doing them well. They want to make a difference in the world. This type is also strongly moral and highly ethical. So what does type one want to hear most? “I see goodness in you.” Enneagram Type Two Two’s are friendly and helpful, but what they are really searching for is that friendship and love in return. They are deeply sensitive and dependent on others for their self-worth. What words do they need most? “You’re loved no matter what.” Enneagram Type Three Three’s strive to succeed and achieve above all else. They are always performing and using their charm to get ahead. This power number feels they must earn love by doing. They need to hear these words… “You are loved for you.” 5 words each enneagram number needs to hear most Enneagram Type Four Four’s are deeply emotional and expressive. They often feel misunderstood and out of place. Am I too much for you? They want to know. Fours don’t shy away from big feelings. What 5 words do they need to hear? “I am here with you.” Enneagram Type Five Fives are extremely capable and responsible. They like figuring things out on their own and in their own space. It is easy for fives to forget that other people in their lives can help them. What do Fives need to hear? “It’s okay to have needs.” Enneagram Type Six Sixes are often anxious, scanning the horizon for possible catastrophes and worst case scenarios. They feel unsettled when they don’t know what to expect or when their is no consistency in their lives. What 5 words do sixes need to hear most? “Everything’s going to be okay.” Enneagram Type Seven Sevens don’t like being put in a “box,” or trapped. They love new opportunities, trying things they’ve never done before, and adventure that they get to plan themselves. This enthusiastic type longs for freedom. So what 5 words do sevens need to hear most? “Let’s plan a trip together!” 5 words each enneagram type needs to hear most Enneagram Type Eight Eights are strong, confident, and a little rough around the edges. They highly value honesty and directness in communication. This type has a wall built up around their most vulnerable parts and only allows a cherished few inside. What do they need to hear most? “I will never betray you.” Enneagram Type Nine Nines get lost in a crowd easily because they are happy to go along with anyone. They merge with whomever they are with, and often don’t stand up for themselves. Their self esteem suffers when they can’t articulate their own thoughts, feelings, and opinions. What 5 words do nines need to hear most? “You’re presence matters to me.” Knowing these simple phrases will help you understand each type because they cut right to the core desire for each one. I hope you will use them, contemplate on them, and be inspired by them. Thanks for reading! You might also like: Loving your community through the enneagram Want a printable of the 5 words that each enneagram type needs to hear most? You can get it below: 5 words printable Want to study the enneagram with your friends? This video course below is perfect for small groups! grab the course here! Want a printable workbook to go through all the types together? This one below, covers all the basics! I want the workbook! 50 page enneagram workbook
