How the 1-Wing Modifies Type 9
The 1-wing adds principle and idealism to the 9. More orderly and structured. Has opinions but may not voice them. Creates beautiful, harmonious environment. Can be self-critical.
In Relationships
Strengths
- Principled and trustworthy
- Creates harmonious environment
- Idealistic about love
- Emotionally open and trusting
Challenges
- May not voice needs
- Self-critical tendencies
- Passive resentment when ideals unmet
- Conflict avoidance despite principles
Conflict Style
Avoids but has opinions. May become passive-aggressive when principles violated.
Loving Style
Idealistic Partner seeker. Values harmony with meaning. Creates beautiful shared life.
Attachment Style Tendency
Primary Tendency
Secure
The Anchor
Secondary Tendency
Anxious-Preoccupied
The Pursuer
Wing Effect on Attachment
Arthur's key finding: 9w1 correlates with Secure. 1-wing adds principle without adding internal conflict. Most Secure of all wings.
Secure Attachment
Comfortable with intimacy and independence. Can depend on others and allow others to depend on them. Trusts that relationships are generally safe and rewarding.
Core Belief: I am worthy of love. Others are generally trustworthy and available. Relationships are safe.
Strategy: Balanced approach—seeks closeness when needed while maintaining healthy independence. Communicates needs directly.
Core Type
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