THE HOWELL ENNEAGRAM PROFILE

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1 THE HOWELL ENNEAGRAM PROFILE Joseph B. Howell, Ph.D Leighton Ave. Suite 1A Anniston, AL All Rights Reserved

2 THE HOWELL ENNEAGRAM PROFILE Joseph B. Howell, Ph.D Leighton Ave. Anniston, AL Directions: On each of the nine following segments of 15 questions, circle the number on the Likert Scale which most represents your level of agreement or disagreement with the statements. Suggestions: Avoid circling neutral (#3) of possible unless you are truly neutral and have absolutely no other inclination. For example: I want to better myself most of the time. Strongly Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Agree Scoring: After answering each statement on the following pages, add up your score for each segment and place your nine totals below in each of the nine blanks The highest scores are those corresponding to the Enneagram personality type which you most likely identify with at this time.

3 SEGMENT 1 1. My judgments are usually accurate I strive for perfection When others don t try to do the right thing, I get frustrated and exasperated I avoid outwardly expressing anger Standards, law and order are far more important than relaxation, play and enjoyment Unfairness bothers me so I work to correct it all around me Things are either right or wrong, so follow the rules and be on time Hard work I do not shirk; it satisfies me Temptation is lurking to get us off track and I am always on guard about this It is more important to be right than to be well liked I find myself monitoring others behavior, even if I keep it to myself Shoulds and should nots about my behavior, as well as others, frequently play in my mind I get down and out when others don t recognize the right choice, even when I point it out to them I seem to do better when my heavy sense of keeping things in order is balanced out by a light hearted attitude Giving people the benefit of the doubt is not a natural inclination, but a freeing experience for me Segment 1 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside # 1

4 SEGMENT 2 1. I know very well how to give and I give often I am helpful and am known for it I really don t need much at all People like to feel they have a strong connection to me Unmet needs in others stir me to provide for them whether I have the energy or not I find myself anticipating what others are going to need so I can give it to them before they even ask If someone doesn t have needs for me to meet, I ll find someone who does When I work hard to meet others needs, I am secretly miffed if my efforts go unacknowledged People need to express gratitude to those who give to them I feel more loved when I am close to others Relationships are very important to me and I have many I give sometimes to insure my place in the world Many times I seem to be of service to so many that I am exhausted and over burdened I tell people nice things about themselves frequently Whenever I do acknowledge my own needs and ask for help, I can give authentically out of a fullness inside Segment 2 Total Enter this total on the cover sheet beside #2

5 SEGMENT 3 1. I am usually successful I will work tirelessly to avoid failure I take short cuts to be more efficient in succeeding A successful image is very important to me because that is what people are buying these days I can administrate, delegate and get goals accomplished well I am decisive and a leader as well as a team player My getting the job done successfully is more important than making sure every detail is right I pride myself in knowing what people want and I have the natural gift to adapt to their expectations It is second nature to me to advertise what I m accomplishing even in general conversation It doesn t hurt at all to drop a name if that gets me the identification I need to accomplish the goal The outward appearance and stated beliefs of someone send messages. That s why I try to look and talk in ways that bring me acceptance by those I am with Success is more important to me than authenticity Failure makes me feel vulnerable to rejection and inferiority I am assertive and goal directed Sometimes my sensitivity to the community and its well-being has tempered my passion for personal accomplishment and has given me a solid sense of being valued and accepted Segment 3 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside # 3

6 SEGMENT 4 1. I like to think of myself as unique I secretly weep at the beauty others can t even seem to see I dress in the understated, but the unusual I avoid being thought of as run of the mill I experience deeper emotions than most people I am creative in how I live my life My past preoccupies my thoughts There is a flaw in me, and I am looking for the special, perfect person who can understand it and help me with it I d rather have one very good piece of furniture than a house full of sticks and stuff I have a passion for the arts and the refined, well mannered life I have been very envious of some people to the point it aches The plight of abused or neglected people or animals haunts me to no end I am waiting to live my real life Tragedy and heartache are themes which captivate me Knowing the right cause for me has pulled me out of selfabsorption into harmony with myself and others Segment 4 Total Enter this total on the cover sheet beside #4

7 SEGMENT 5 1. I am wise I avoid feeling empty inside Knowledge is power for me The more I can take in, the less empty and vulnerable I feel I constantly observe and analyze what I see I am useless at a party when I have to engage in small talk I can fade into the wood work if I feel overwhelmed by a situation or a crowd My fantasy life is as real and important as my conscious life I hoard things, usually books and computer parts & information I need lots of private time to process and to sort things out It can anger me if someone tries to pry onto my mind or force information or feelings from me I do not usually like groups Time and resources are not ever to be wasted I have a more quiet and non-assertive style naturally, yet when pushed, I can be strong and even powerful Stepping out of my cocoon, sharing with others and the world scares me at first, but assures me that I am not really ever empty Segment 5 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside # 5

8 SEGMENT 6 1. I am a loyal person I avoid being a renegade or deviant Being a team player gives me a feeling of family & of security I want to be protected by an authority figure who values me and the team Decisions are difficult for me as I want to be certain I think gaining consensus is the best way to keep things going smoothly in an organization I anticipate the worst case scenario and all the dangers it may bring Responsibility and duty are never shirked by me because I fear the consequences of falling short and being the blame I second guess myself endlessly I am so afraid of what could go wrong, that I sometimes think I am cowardly I like a tight schedule and clear guidelines I am trying to crack the code to figure out life so I won t be so anxious I just know inside myself whether a person is on my side or whether they would do me in I like to appear harmless, humorous and well-meaning I surprise myself at how brave I can be when push comes to shove Segment 6 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside # 6

9 SEGMENT 7 1. I am happy, just like my childhood I avoid pain, any kind, physical or mental Things could be ideal if people wouldn t be so gloomy heavy and serious I love to take in the tastes, sounds, flavors, textures and all the good things of life I wish to travel to other places and to delve into many interests, hobbies and activities I can be the life of the party If some is good, more is better I love to be doing something or going somewhere all the time Being denied or in deprivation of things I need or want is a nightmare for me I do not like to see pain or deprivation in movies, art, or in the movies I am optimistic and lighthearted about the future and find myself planning a lot for it I like to host gatherings and parties to celebrate I enjoy making people happy, like entertainers, clowns and minstrels do I have been accused of having ADD because I bounce from one interest to another I am able to create more depth to my life when I let pain come in; it s hard to do, but I find that it s worth it Segment 7 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside #7

10 SEGMENT 8 1. I am powerful and strong I avoid any inner weakness Being viewed by others as strong and forceful is essential for me Only a few persons, such as I, can take the heat of real leadership I have an insatiable lust for life, and all the larger than life things it brings me I appear well-to-do, with plenty of resources and backing I lose respect for anyone who won t stand up to me or fight me back I fight for justice, for the underdog or anyone disenfranchised I will not be ordered around by anyone Introspection of my emotions or sentiment does not interest me Few persons will ever see my vulnerabilities or my tenderness, But I am very aware of their presence Intimidation is a great way to command power in a relationship or organization I know where others underbellies are and I force them to submit or else If others don t go along with my program, I simply withdraw my support and watch them collapse When I do let my tender more caring, giving side be seen and motivate me, I feel a greater passion for living than with power alone Segment 8 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside # 8

11 SEGMENT 9 1. I am peaceful and OK I keep things on an even keel I avoid conflict I tend to put myself down so people will know I m not a threat The world would be a peaceful place if people wouldn t get so hot and bothered by their issues. It doesn t matter anyway I am thought of as lazy by some, but I just don t have the energy level to keep up with them Harmony is the key I can mediate and arbitrate excellently because I see all sides all the time Give me my routine; sameness is so settling to me I love being in front of my flat screen Detachment from others is my way to stay unflappable, calm and peaceful My motto is, Why stand when I can sit and why sit if I can lie down It unnerves me and causes anxiety when outer disasters or my procrastination lead to things unraveling, causing the collapse of my sameness. That is when I jump and get panicky Underneath my self- debasement, I know I am important. Don t discount me or I ll find a passive way to get you back I can find an even greater inner balance when I set goals and create energy to meet them Segment 9 Total _ Enter this total on the cover sheet beside # 9