Do you have the SP/SO enneagram subtype? Or have you ever wondered what it was? If yes, this is an article for you.
What are the enneagram subtypes? Also known as instinctual enneagram types (or subtypes) they help you in understanding just how your personality is. Your entire personality isn’t just dependent on your enneagrams but also how your brain is wired. It can be seen as an abstract (sometimes spiritual) take on one’s personality. The bottom line is, it influences how you make your decisions and how your navigate survival. This article takes about one of the subtypes which is the SP/SO instinctual subtype.
What Are The Instinctual Subtypes?
Before we get into the main reason for the article, let’s first talk about the three instinctual subtypes. They are the Social (SO), Sexual (SX) and Self preservation (SP)
Social (SO)
People with the SO subtype tend to value the well being of others in their community. They are often mistaken as extroverts because of how much they go out on this. The SO fears being rejected and being an outcast. This makes them aware of their surroundings while looking out for ways they can act or feel.
The SO subtype can be found more interested in celebrity gossip, social movements, pop culture and various other communities. The SO subtype embodies all this and some more.
Sexual (SX)
The SX instincts are what’s in charge of the chemistry and passion. This instinct wants to feel passion, love, attraction and close relationships and ends up feeling empty if they do not. This subtype would engage in more personal conversation and revolves around the mind, the soul and the body. Passion would be the core concern.
Self Preservation (SP)
As the name suggests, it handles the finances, time, food etc and other ways to survive. The SP aids in finding ways to survive and even be comfortable. The other two subtypes might be more invested in how we perceive the world but this subtype puts other things into consideration.
This includes clothes, food, health, fitness and financial stability.
Furthermore, there are 6 possible subtypes pairings which are
- Social (SO)/Self Preservation (SP)
- Social (SO)/Sexual (SX)
- Sexual (SX)/Self Preservation (SP)
- Sexual (SX)/Social (SO)
- Self Preservation (SP)/Sexual (SX)
- Self Preservation (SP)/Social (SO)
This article will be focused on the SP/SO
People with the SP/SO combination subtype tend to favor self preservation more and very little socializing. Their SX is not their top priority even if they engage with it a few times. Their social lives and self preservation needs are more important to them.
They are reliable and hardworking. This is also known as one of the most common combinations. People with this variant fear losing their sense of security and having trouble with their finances. They are also stressed by unpredictability and being in touch with their vulnerabilities.
Tops Signs of The SP/SO Subtype
They Care About The Essentials
People with the SP/SO subtype would focus more on their living essentials. They are more driven and goal oriented as they know what they want and tend to go for it. Also known for their problem solving skills, they hold people to account for things they do and bring into their lives.
Although they enjoy things like vacations and traveling, they don’t make being extremely wealthy their personality. Instead they strive to ensure they have their essentials for themselves and their families while engaging in social activities ever so often.
They Are Social But With A Condition
The SP/SO subtype carding wouldn’t mind socializing but it’s not their number one priority. They only engage in communities that aid their self preservation needs. So if they make friends, they do so with people who can positively impact them. Their friends are people who contribute to their wellness and this doesn’t always have to be financial.
People who help them make better decisions, become better versions of them, bring them peace and tranquility are all welcomed. However they do not make friends just for the sake of it. Friends who only take from them but never give can be cut off pretty fast.
They Have Problems Being In Touch With Their Vulnerable Sides
Being in touch with their emotions can be a little harder. They might find it hard to communicate even if a part of them yearns for being part of a community. They also find it hard to keep in touch with their friends and family which could cause problems in the relationships.
Having to talk about their feelings, coming on too strong and unpredictability can be huge problems for them. This can make them come off as emotionless. They navigate life by understanding their role in society and sticking to it.
Do you think you’re the SP/SO? Let me know the things you relate with the most.
