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The Bear

The Protector

More gentle, receptive, and steady. Slow to anger but immovable once activated. The protective rock.

How the 9-Wing Modifies Type 8

The 9-wing softens the 8's intensity. More patient and receptive. Slow burn rather than explosive. Protective without dominating. Values stability alongside strength.

In Relationships

Strengths

  • Gentle strength
  • Patient and steady
  • Protective without dominating
  • Creates stable foundation

Challenges

  • Stubborn immovability
  • Slow to express feelings
  • May deny problems exist
  • Passive until pushed too far
Conflict Style

Slow to anger but immovable when activated. Prefers to ignore until forced.

Loving Style

Steady Rock seeker. Values loyalty and stability. Protects through presence.

Attachment Style Tendency

Primary Tendency

Dismissive-Avoidant

The Island

Secondary Tendency

Secure

The Anchor

Wing Effect on Attachment

9-wing softens intensity. More patient, receptive. Still Avoidant but steady rather than explosive. The protective rock.

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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