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Type 5 — The Investigator

A Five conserves energy and observes from a distance. Knowledge is how they feel prepared enough to meet the world.

Basic fear
being helpless, incompetent, overwhelmed
Basic desire
being capable and self-sufficient
Centre
Head centre (5-6-7)
Wings
5w4 · 5w6

The core emotion is fear. The core question: safety and support.

Strengths

Depth of thought, objectivity, independence, and powers of observation.

Growth areas

Taking part before feeling fully prepared, and letting people closer.

Integration (growth)

→ 8 (The Challenger): Strength, honesty, protection of the vulnerable, and decisiveness.

Disintegration (stress)

→ 7 (The Enthusiast)

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