Type Six

Enneagram Type 6, also known as the Loyalist or the Questioner, tends to avoid feelings of insecurity or uncertainty. Type 6s often have a strong desire for safety and security, and may be highly attuned to potential threats or risks in their environment.

To avoid feelings of insecurity or uncertainty, Type 6s may engage in behaviors such as seeking out safety and structure in their environment. They may be drawn to more predictable or stable situations and relationships, and may struggle with change or uncertainty. They may also seek out authority figures or groups that they perceive as providing a sense of safety or protection.

Type 6s may also avoid taking risks or making decisions without sufficient information or support. They may be highly analytical and methodical in their decision-making process, and may seek out reassurance or validation from others before making a choice. They may struggle with trusting their own intuition or judgment, and may be hesitant to take action without a clear plan or strategy.

In addition, Type 6s may avoid feeling disconnected or isolated from others. They may prioritize loyalty and trust in their relationships, and may be hesitant to trust or engage with those who they perceive as a potential threat or risk. They may also struggle with expressing their own needs or opinions if they feel that it could jeopardize their sense of safety or security in a group or community.

It is important for Type 6s to recognize and address their tendencies to avoid feelings of insecurity or uncertainty, and to cultivate a greater sense of trust and self-reliance in their relationships. This may involve learning to trust their own intuition and judgment, practicing assertiveness and self-expression, and exploring new experiences and situations in a more open and adventurous way.