A Few Things I Appreciate About Myself (Appreciation for Each Enneagram Type, Part Two)
In Part One of this series, we explored what people across all nine Enneagram types appreciate about the other types in their lives. You can find part one of this series, “Dear Type, I Appreciate Your…”, right here!
But what about how we appreciate ourselves? Which is just as important.
In this second post, I'm sharing what each type has said they appreciate about their own type. You'll find a section for each type below, so whether you're reading it for yourself or passing it along to a friend, I hope this brings some encouragement.
This is also an updated version of an older post, “What Do You Love About Yourself As You Already Are?”! You can check it out here.
If you’d like to see what other people have to say about this post or if you’d like to share it with a friend, I linked each post at the bottom of this page according to type.
Type One
A few things I appreciate about myself
I'm a fantastic problem solver
I'm not afraid to stand up for what is right
I'm always aiming to self-reflect and grow
I'm true to my word
My versatility
My commitment to purposeful living
I advocate for others
I'm strong and compassionate
I can quickly assess situations and see what's needed
My integrity
I'm passionate about justice and equality
Type Two
A few things I appreciate about myself
I love others as they are
I apply myself and do my best in every situation
I am thoughtful, considerate, and genuine
I truly and deeply care for people
My loyalty
I'm good at encouraging others
I'm warm and inviting, and I make people feel welcome
I see life with amazement and appreciation
My ability to refocus my attention to what matters most to me
I'm attentive to myself & others
My courage
Type Three
A few things I appreciate about myself
I'm resilient
I believe I can figure anything out
My perseverance
I'm super resourceful
My passion
My adaptability and optimistic attitude
I support & encourage others
I strive to consistently be better at things
I'm learning to tune into what I truly want and need
I'm skilled at prioritizing
I help other people see their potential
Type Four
A few things I appreciate about myself
My emotional honesty
I can sit with others in their pain
My deep curiosity
My authenticity and openness
My natural sense of creativity - I'm always thinking outside the box
My ability to be vulnerable with others
I'm not afraid to look inward to see where I want to grow
I've stayed true to myself and my vision for my life
I invite others to be their authentic selves
I can navigate complex emotions
I'm always learning
Type Five
A few things I appreciate about myself
I am discerning
I can be very determined to make things happen
I'm objective and non-judgmental
I am independent
I'm grounded in reality (and I can help others get there, too)
My ability to explore my emotions internally
I'm comfortable with being alone
I am a deep thinker and enjoy exploring the depths of different topics
My willingness to continuously learn
I'm able to empower myself and others through knowledge
My ability to initiate hard conversations
Type Six
A few things I appreciate about myself
My loyalty
My honesty allows people to trust me
I'm attentive
I'm good at thinking through things from many different angles
I'm almost always prepared
My determination and bravery
I engage in meaningful conversations
I build authentic relationships
I'm very intuitive: I see things that others don't notice
I'm willing to pause if someone needs my attention
I show up for myself & others
Type Seven
A few things I appreciate about myself
My energy
I do everything with "gusto"
My ability to connect with anyone
My sense of adventure
I'm up for anything
I see the best in everyone and everything
My ability to shift my perspective and make the most out of any situation
I'm great at spreading positivity and love
My ability to change paths easily while still being grounded in myself
I can rebound from negativity very quickly
I think on my feet
Type Eight
A few things I appreciate about myself
I am independent and strong
I truly care about justice
I am decisive
I'm able to get things done and make a real change
My dedication to the people I love
My boldness
I don't let the opinions of others shape me or my path
My honesty with myself and others
I never stop striving for the next goal
I'm passionate about everything I do
My ability to embrace every side of myself (even my soft side)
Type Nine
A few things I appreciate about myself
I'm observant
My ability to center myself to feel calm
I can adapt to any situation
I can find the good in anyone
I easily understand others' perspectives
I'm constantly looking out for others and stepping up for the underdog
I'm inclusive
I stay calm in the midst of disputes and bring peace
I make people feel safe and grounded
My accepting spirit
I'm a great listener
What do you appreciate most about your own Enneagram Type? I’ve linked each individual post below. I’d love to hear from you there!
Want to explore more about the Enneagram and how to apply the Enneagram to your everyday life? My book, Enneagram in Real Life, provides you with a step-by-step guide to use the Enneagram as a practical tool for self-discovery, self-awareness, curiosity, and relational wholeness.
