FIRST ENNEAGRAM TYPE (Perfectionists)
Key Perfectionists Characteristics
Perfectionists are people who value order in all aspects of life. They have a clear action plan not only for work but also for their words, conduct, and appearance. Such individuals always think positively about others but also expect the same honest attitude toward themselves. Perfectionists appear confident and composed: they stand straight and make precise movements.
When speaking, perfectionists control every word and try to show minimal emotion. They usually take responsibility for everything, but if they have assistants, those individuals must demonstrate maximum responsibility and honesty.
Perfectionists believe that a truly responsible person should embody this image both internally and externally. Such people strive for learning, acquiring new information, and applying it in practice. Most often, they do not have bad habits and visit the gym to stay fit.
Career
At work, perfectionists take the initiative with competent argumentation of their position, avoid conflicts, pay attention to important details, and seek clarification on unclear points to ensure high-quality work performance.
Perfectionists always complete their work in a timely manner and may even work through lunch breaks to finish as soon as possible.
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Personal Life
In their personal lives, perfectionists find it essential to have not only similar personalities but also habits, as maintaining a spotless home with carefully washed dishes and a properly set table is important to them.
However, they may have an internal anxiety that their partner cannot be perfect all the time, which could lead to jealousy and fear of being misunderstood or abandoned.
To preserve relationships and avoid possible conflicts, perfectionists often do all the work themselves. They frequently believe that others cannot perform tasks well, and they feel the need to check everything carefully.
Perfectionists are tactful in their words and actions, always thinking several times before speaking or placing blame. To reassure a perfectionist, an apology from the other party is often enough. This helps them to calm down and move on quickly.
It is difficult for perfectionists to accept criticism; they are often afraid to make mistakes in any area, whether it's work or personal life.
The perfectionist’s anger can be caused by two reasons:
- Not met expectations;
- People with an incompatible characters around.
Perfectionists' thinking is often based on criticism. They dislike things that don't correspond to their image, and the more flaws they find, the stronger their dissatisfaction becomes. If a particular flaw leaves a very negative impression, the perfectionist may focus on it and overlook any positive aspects.
Perfectionists know how to relax when their work is done. They let loose and enjoy their free time to the fullest until it's time to work again.
Typically, people of this type are level-headed and can handle routine work for extended periods. However, they can become overwhelmed by deadlines when a project is not yet ready.