Type 4 Tragic Romantic (IFP)

Tragic romantic, artist, individualist, writer, reasoner, love junkie
 

• Have a sense of humor
• Are graceful
• Are quick to be sad
• Can't be happy with superficial things
• Often wonderful people
• Are looking for the perfect partner
• The worst thing you can say to a "four" is I totally understand your person
• Are often full of sadness and therefore can create beautiful things
• Can also be full of self-pity
• Makes beautiful art

 Type Fours, the "Tragic Romanticus," navigate the world through a lens of profound emotional depth and existential longing. They embody the quest for a unique identity and authentic self-expression. Known for their sensitivity and introspection, Fours experience life intensely, often finding beauty in places others overlook.

Their journey is one of self-exploration, marked by a desire to understand their complex feelings and to connect with others on a meaningful level. Type Fours embrace the full spectrum of human emotion, allowing them to create profound art, relationships, and insights. 

Type Fours are drawn to environments that nurture their creative spirit and respect their need for authenticity. They flourish in roles that offer freedom of expression and the opportunity to work on projects that resonate with their personal values.

• Environments that stimulate their imagination and allow for personal reflection
• Roles that recognize the importance of emotional depth and creative contribution
• Opportunities to collaborate with others who share their passion for authenticity and depth

Type Fours contribute unparalleled creativity and sensitivity to their endeavors, capable of inspiring those around them with their vision and depth of feeling. Their ability to empathize deeply with others makes them invaluable in roles that require understanding and compassion.

 Their search for identity and significance can sometimes lead to feelings of alienation or melancholy. Fours might struggle with self-doubt or envy, potentially hindering their ability to appreciate their own accomplishments and the beauty of the ordinary. 

Their high standards for authenticity may also lead to dissatisfaction with 'ordinary' tasks or outcomes.

Their emotional depth can sometimes become overwhelming, both for the Fours themselves and their colleagues, which may be misinterpreted as being overly dramatic or temperamental.

Careers that allow Type Fours to explore and express their inner world are particularly fulfilling:

• Artists and Musicians, channeling their emotions into their work
• Writers and Poets, crafting stories that touch the heart
• Designers, creating beauty in the world around them
• Psychotherapists or Counselors, helping others navigate their emotional landscapes
• Educators, inspiring the next generation with their passion and creativity

 Wings are the neighboring personalities on either side of a main personality type on the Enneagram. They can influence an individual and modify their core traits, either enhancing or subduing them. A person's wing is determined by which of the two adjacent personality types they score the highest on.    

Type Four Wing Three (4w3): 

This wing introduces an energetic, ambitious flair to the introspective Four, blending a desire for personal authenticity with a drive for achievement.

They often channel their individualism into productive endeavors and may be more sociable and goal-oriented. This wing may make Fours more image-conscious and connected to their community's standards, sometimes at the expense of their authenticity.ing Five (4w5): 

Here, the introspective nature of the Four deepens, combining their emotional depth with a curious, analytical approach to the world.

In the essence of "Together The Winning Team," Type Fours are celebrated as the bearers of emotional depth and authentic expression. Their journey towards self-discovery and their ability to feel deeply enrich our collective endeavors, reminding us of the beauty in vulnerability and the strength in authenticity.The personality types that appear next to Type 4 on the Enneagram are 3 and 5.