Yes, someone can be a 1w5 or 5w1 in the Enneagram system. The Enneagram is a personality typology that describes nine different types, each with its unique set of core motivations, fears, desires, and coping mechanisms. Within each type, there are subtypes, also known as wings, which are the adjacent types on the Enneagram diagram.
For example:
- 1w5: This means that someone primarily identifies with the Type 1 (the Perfectionist) but also has some traits of Type 5 (the Investigator).
- 5w1: This means that someone primarily identifies with the Type 5 (the Investigator) but also has some traits of Type 1 (the Perfectionist).
It is essential to remember that the Enneagram focuses on core motivations and fears rather than cognitive preferences, as the MBTI does. So, it's entirely possible to be an INTP (MBTI type) and identify with the Type 1 or Type 5 in the Enneagram system.
It's not uncommon for individuals to find some resonance with different Enneagram types, especially if they have traits that overlap or if they experience different aspects of their personality in various situations or stages of life. It's also worth noting that we all have elements of all nine types within us to some extent, but one type typically predominates.
To determine your Enneagram type more accurately, it can be helpful to study the core motivations, fears, and desires of each type and see which one aligns most closely with your inner drives and behaviors. Additionally, reading books or consulting with Enneagram experts can provide deeper insights into the system and help you discover your primary type and any wings that might apply to you.