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The Idealist

The Philosopher

More cerebral, detached, and introverted than 1w2. Perfectionism directed inward toward abstract ideals.

How the 9-Wing Modifies Type 1

The 9-wing cools the 1's anger into stubborn silence. Creates benevolent distance—respecting boundaries to a fault. Expresses love through consistency and quiet maintenance.

In Relationships

Strengths

  • Calm and composed presence
  • Respects partner's autonomy
  • Principled and reliable
  • Non-intrusive caring

Challenges

  • Emotional inaccessibility
  • Stonewalling during conflict
  • Issues ignored until calcified
  • May view neediness as irrational
Conflict Style

Withdraws into stony silence. Retreats to private space to process. Stubborn, silent resistance.

Loving Style

Mind mate seeking. Values quiet coexistence. Shows love through consistency and loyalty.

Attachment Style Tendency

Primary Tendency

Dismissive-Avoidant

The Island

Secondary Tendency

Secure

The Anchor

Wing Effect on Attachment

9-wing cools the 1's anxiety into emotional self-sufficiency. Views 'needy' behavior as irrational. Zones out attachment distress.

Dismissive-Avoidant Attachment

Values independence highly. Uncomfortable with too much closeness. May dismiss the importance of relationships while appearing self-sufficient.

Core Belief: I don't really need others. Depending on people leads to disappointment. I am complete on my own.
Strategy: Deactivation—minimizes attachment needs and pulls away when things get too close. Maintains emotional self-sufficiency.
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