What is the SP/SX enneagram subtype? Is this you or are you wondering? This article explains it better for you.
Your subtypes basically represent how you react instinctively towards love. It explains why you take certain things more importantly than others. It determines how self aware you are of complexities of the world and how much you understand your personality traits.
Unlike your personality type which tells how the world views you or your enneagram type which determines your behavior. If you’ve ever wondered why you have the same enneagram type with someone and you have some differences, that’s because your subtypes vary. You put other things to more interest.
The Instinctual Subtypes
There are a total of 3 instinctual subtypes which are:
- Social (SO): this subtype is often mistaken for extroversion as they tend to prioritize social interactions and wellbeing of others. They fear being an outcast and always try fitting in. Being part of a community is important to them.
- Self Preservation (SP):This subtype on the other hand focuses a little more inwardly. It prioritizes shelter, food and security. What they often talk about would revolve around financial security, wellness and fitness, real estate and traveling.
- Sexual (SX) : This subtype is what’s in charge of passion and chemistry. It help in building relationships, finding meaning and purpose, obsessions and so on
These 3 subtypes can further be divided into 6 stacks. Which are:
- Social (SO)/Self-Preservation(SP)
- Self Preservation (SP)/ Sexual (SX)
- Sexual (SX)/ Self Preservation (SP)
- Social (SO)/ Sexual (SX)
- Self-Preservation (SP)/Social(SO)
- Sexual (SX)/Social(SO)
Every subtype has both a dominant and a secondary instinct which causes a change in human behavior. The blind spot is usually the third which doesn’t make it to the dominant or secondary. This doesn’t mean they don’t use it, it’s just repressed and not a concerning trait to them.
This article talks about the SP/SX which makes the blind spot the SO. People with this combination focus more on self preservation and intimate relationships. Although they could be social if the need arises, they do not prioritize it and could live without having it as often. They find it more difficult to be integrated in society and thus are seen are very introverted.
Top Signs And Characteristics of An SP/SX
- Mysterious: The SP/SX can come off as mysterious because they only talk to a selected few. Their self preservation makes them connect to people they feel make an impact in their lives. They also find it hard to be trusting and are very selective.
- Privacy: They prefer privacy and hate having their personal space evaded as this can be a stressor for them. It is not uncommon for them to dislike mandatory gatherings.
- Loyal: They can be very loyal to the few relationships they have. It is common for them to value loyalty over s lot of other traits. They do not appreciate inauthenticity and hold alliances personal as it makes them feel more grounded and secure.
- Motivation: Their primary motivation is being secure and making life comfortable for themselves and their families. This doesn’t always have to be the need to be filthy rich but financially stable. They care greatly about the essentials.
- Safety: it is not new knowledge that they value intimate relationships. But this would not be at a detriment to their growth and development. If they find themselves in relationships that are draining, they tend to withdraw. This in turn can make them seem selfish and withdrawn.
- Relationships: Due to the SO blind spot, they aren’t quick to form relationships and even when they have strong opinions, they tend to keep it to themselves most times.
Does this describe you? Which of the traits do you relate to the most? Let me know.
