Enneagram Subtypes Explained (the key to self-growth)

Subtypes are the #1 thing Enneagram enthusiasts wish they knew about sooner! You are hardwired with three instincts: Self-Preservation, Sexual, and Social. The way you use these instinctual subtypes drastically affects your understanding of your focus of attention, internal motivation, and inner drive. If you’ve ever thought, “I know I’m a Type Two… so why don’t I act like other Twos?” — this video is the missing puzzle piece. The answer lies in the instinctual subtypes, the most overlooked (and most transformative) part of the Enneagram. We all have three instincts — self‑preservation, social, and sexual/one‑to‑one — but one becomes dominant early in life as a survival strategy. That dominant instinct shapes your behavior, your energy, your relationships, and even how your core motivations show up. Which means each Enneagram type actually has three versions, creating 27 unique subtypes. In this video, you’ll learn what each instinct looks like, how they differ, and why two people with the same type can seem completely opposite. You’ll also hear animal analogies (squirrels, musk oxen, penguins!) that make the instincts instantly click. FIND YOUR ENNEAGRAM TYPE: My Enneagram Journal: https://amzn.to/4pPFAsh Free Enneagram Test: https://abbeyhowe.com/free-enneagram-... Free Typing Guide: https://abbeyhowe.com/freebie-or-enne... Another *Test I Like: http://truity.com/?a=2788847    • How To Find Your Enneagram Type and Wing   FURTHER RESOURCES:    • Sooo... We're All Emotionally Messy 😅 Enne...      • Subtypes, Tritypes, & How To Find Your Mai...   Read more about subtypes on my Substack: https://talkenneagram.substack.com/p/... Get your free subtypes guide here: https://adept-author-914.kit.com/subt... BOOKS I RECOMMEND: My Enneagram workbook* https://amzn.to/3UIGV7v The Road Back To You* https://amzn.to/3QpEW4D The 9 Types of Leadership* https://amzn.to/3aGvjxU The Enneagram at Work* https://amzn.to/3MKOMek Take Care of Your Type* https://amzn.to/3iuayVR TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Why people of the same Enneagram type can look completely different 0:11 – The biggest mistake: judging types only at the surface level 0:24 – What instinctual subtypes are and why they matter 0:35 – How your dominant instinct forms early in life 1:00 – Self‑preservation instinct explained (the squirrel analogy) 1:29 – How self‑preservation shapes behavior and energy 1:38 – Social instinct explained (the musk ox herd analogy) 2:09 – How social dominance shows up in teamwork and belonging 2:16 – Sexual/one‑to‑one instinct explained (the penguin analogy) 2:48 – How one‑to‑one dominance fuels intensity and deep connection 2:53 – Why knowing the instincts isn’t enough: the 27 subtypes 3:06 – How a self‑pres 2 differs from a self‑pres 4 (and beyond) 3:14 – Why subtypes are essential for accurate typing and growth 3:20 – Invitation to the live subtype workshop + recording info 3:36 – Final encouragement + next steps for subtype learning ABOUT THIS CHANNEL:    / @abbeyhowe   Hi! I’m Abbey Howe, certified Enneagram Coach and author of “My Enneagram” an approachable, playful journal designed to help you embark on an empowering journey of self-discovery. On this channel, I playfully hold up a mirror to reveal your personality and help you feel less alone. A happy life relies on your ability to understand yourself and others better. Through typology and self-compassion, my goal is to help you discover YOU. #enneagram #subtypes Want to host a fun and insightful Enneagram workshop for your team? Let's chat! https://abbeyhowe.com/services SAY HELLO: Everything in one place: https://abbeyhowe.com/ The Monthly Enneagram Digest: https://abbeyhowe.com/freebie-or-the-... Substack: https://talkenneagram.substack.com/ LinkedIn:   / abbeyhowe   Instagram:   / enneagramwithabbey   Facebook:   / enneagramwithabbey   Threads: https://www.threads.com/@enneagramwit... TikTok:   / abbey_howe   Pinterest:   / enneagram_with_abbey   FTC DISCLAIMER: This video was not sponsored. *These links are affiliate links which means I receive a small percentage of the purchase. You will not pay more and you will help support this YouTube channel! ♥️