We didn’t mean to take the Enneagram test.

It just sort of happened. We were trying to avoid reading polling data, and suddenly we were answering questions like, “Do you fear loss of control?” and “Do you over-identify with your structural purpose?”

I scored as a 6.

The Loyalist.

Which feels accurate. I value systems. I like predictability. I prepare for worst-case scenarios. I may or may not have a laminated contingency plan titled “Operation Stay Whole.”

Property Tax, on the other hand, scored as a 4.

The Individualist.

He says that means he is “misunderstood and emotionally complex.” He has since referred to himself as “architecturally sensitive.”

He took it very personally when the description said, “May feel fundamentally flawed.” He read that line 17 times.

Now we are “working on growth.”

Apparently 6s need to trust more.

And 4s need to not spiral when someone says the word “adjustment.”

The therapist says awareness is the first step.

I asked if awareness prevents being cut in half.

The therapist sighed.

We’re making progress.

Slowly. Carefully.

Preferably in one piece.

Talk soon,
Income Tax