The Stress-Buster Guide: How Each Enneagram Type Copes with Anxiety

Type Three: The Achiever's Art of Authenticity

Type Threes, the ambitious achievers, often grapple with anxiety linked to their need for success and validation. To find calm, Threes must embrace authenticity over accolades. By aligning their actions with their true values and passions, Threes can reduce the pressure of external expectations. Practicing vulnerability and seeking genuine connections allows Threes to experience fulfillment beyond their accomplishments. Through this journey, Threes learn to dance with anxiety by recognizing that their worth is inherent, not contingent on their achievements. This shift in perspective empowers Threes to pursue their goals with confidence and clarity.

Type Four: The Individualist's Embrace of Equanimity

Type Fours, known for their deep emotional intensity, often experience anxiety as they navigate feelings of inadequacy and longing for uniqueness. To find calm, Fours must cultivate equanimity by accepting their emotions without judgment. Engaging in creative expression, such as art or music, provides Fours with a healthy outlet for their emotions. By practicing gratitude and focusing on the beauty in everyday moments, Fours can temper their longing with contentment. In this dance, Fours learn that their uniqueness is a gift, and their emotions, when embraced with equanimity, become a source of inspiration and strength.