Thinking Triad

The types in the thinking triad have gifts and issues involving their intelligence. When used positively, they’re able to use their insight and ideas for the better. On the contrary, they can use their thinking as fear and anxiety. “The essential qualities of this centre involve the deep connection with the intelligence of the mind. The gifts of the mind include the ability to observe, perceive, and effortlessly understand. The mind also provides us with confidence and inner guidance.”

Type five’s core fear is being without knowledge. Their core desire is to feel competent. Type fives tend to be intellectual, cerebral, idea-oriented, and analytical. They like to solve complex problems as a way to cope with their fear of the unknown. On the other hand, they can be arrogant and detach from their feelings.

Type six’s core fear is being without security or support from others. Their core desire is to attain security. They tend to be loyal, engaging, hardworking, and have a strong need to watch out for any threats. They often use fight or flight as a way to cope in life. On the flip side, they can be quite nervous, and suspicious because they’re focused on what can always go wrong. They have a strong need for authority.

Type seven’s core fear is being in any emotional pain or feeling trapped. Their core desire is to have their needs met and to be happy. Sevens are often friendly, versatile, enthusiastic, and talkative. Sevens cope with anxiety by escaping. They’re always looking for something to stimulate them. This can be through activities or people. Negatively, they can be undisciplined, scattered, nervous, and lose touch with their feelings by joking around about their insecurities.