Enneagram Deep Dive: Discover Your True Motivation

Type 11: The Bohemian

A potent fusion of introspection and intellect, this type is emotionally deep and psychologically complex. You crave authenticity, but you also retreat into your inner world to protect it. You may oscillate between creating beauty and withdrawing from the world entirely. Your solitude isn’t loneliness—it’s a sanctuary. But be mindful of emotional over-identification or nihilism. The gift here is your ability to synthesize emotion and insight into something meaningful—art, philosophy, healing. When grounded, you're a quiet force of originality, mystery, and depth. Think: a poet with a microscope.

Type 12: The Buddy

You're the loyal skeptic with a twist of charm. This subtype balances vigilance with sociability—you worry about worst-case scenarios, but you’ll crack a joke while doing it. You’re both prepared and personable, making you the glue in groups. The Buddy often masks anxiety with humor or activity, but underneath lies a strong desire for stability and connection. You fear being abandoned or unsafe, yet you don’t want to feel boxed in. Your growth lies in trusting your instincts without outsourcing authority—because your steady presence, once confident, becomes everyone’s anchor.