Type 2

The Helper

The caring, interpersonal, generous people-pleaser

Overview

Twos are empathetic, sincere, and warm-hearted. They are friendly, generous, and self-sacrificing, but can also be sentimental, flattering, and people-pleasing. They are well-meaning and driven to be close to others, but can slip into doing things for others in order to be needed.

Core Fear

Being unwanted or unworthy of being loved

Core Desire

To feel loved and appreciated

Core Motivation

Wanting to be loved, to express their feelings, to be needed and appreciated, to get others to respond to them

Key Traits

Caring Generous Possessive People-pleasing Demonstrative Warm

Strengths

• Genuinely caring and empathetic
• Generous with time and energy
• Excellent at building relationships
• Tuned into others' needs
• Supportive and encouraging
• Warm and affectionate

Challenges

• May neglect own needs
• Can be manipulative when unwell
• Difficulty receiving without giving
• May have hidden agendas for helping
• Tendency toward possessiveness
• Can become resentful if unappreciated

Wings

2w1

The Servant - More principled, controlled, and critical. Helpers who serve from duty and may be more reserved.

2w3

The Host/Hostess - More ambitious, image-conscious, and charming. Helpers who want to be seen as valuable.

Growth Path

Twos grow by integrating the positive qualities of Type Four: authenticity, emotional depth, and self-awareness. They learn to recognize and honor their own feelings.

Stress Path

Under stress, Twos take on the negative qualities of Type Eight: becoming aggressive, domineering, and demanding.

In Relationships

Twos are devoted partners who focus on their loved ones' needs. They need to learn to receive and to express their own needs directly.