Your Enneagram personality protects you from negative emotions. There are nine Enneagram personalities because different people are most concerned about different things.
In the case of Enneagram Type Seven, Sevens often move through life trying to block painful emotions. Some Sevens do this so well that they are not even aware these emotions exist. However, if they stop for a moment, an uncomfortable feeling of anxiety often comes up.
The test below consists of 100 statements. All of them describe behaviors that are typical of Sevens. If you score around 70, you are probably a Seven. In some cases, it may mean you have a strong Seven-Wing, such as 6w7 or 8w7. If you are serious about finding your Enneagram type, take all nine in-depth tests available on this site and compare your results.
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1. I want to keep the energy high.
2. Sometimes I cancel plans with friends at the last minute because something more fun comes along.
3. I often use words such as “amazing,” “astonishing,” “stunning,” and “incredible.”
4. I’m always on the go.
5. I keep up with the latest trends.
6. Being out there makes me feel alive.
7. I’m always looking for new experiences.
8. I just don’t want to feel limited.
9. I really enjoy food. Sometimes I feel like I want to eat everything.
10. I try to steer myself toward feeling good.
11. Even when I’m busy with something fun and exciting, my mind drifts toward other things I could plan for the future.
12. I’m a very social and extroverted person.
13. I never feel satisfied.
14. I tend to focus on my own plans and preferences first.
15. I avoid needy people.
16. My self-control is weak.
17. I always focus on the bright side.
18. I don’t usually examine my own thoughts and feelings too much.
19. I seek peak experiences.
20. I enjoy trying new and original ways of doing things.
21. Even though I’m interested in many subjects, I don’t take the time to study any of them in depth.
22. Sometimes I imagine positive and stimulating experiences to make myself feel better.
23. I’m naturally optimistic.
24. I like to imagine an exciting future; it helps me escape the not-so-pleasant here and now.
25. I was the class clown as a child.
26. Even a trip to the grocery store becomes an adventure when you’re with me.
27. I avoid asking for favors because I don’t want to feel indebted. It restricts my freedom.
28. I want a partner who is also my best friend and adventure buddy.
29. I diffuse conflicts through diplomacy and humor.
30. I’m great at brainstorming but not so good at taking care of the details.
31. I want to focus on what I want instead of complaining.
32. I forgive easily.
33. I don’t spend much time looking back.
34. I tend to dismiss criticism.
35. I build relationships in case I ever need help in a specific area.
36. I resist being controlled by others.
37. I can be very spontaneous.
38. I work to support my lifestyle, including travel, entertainment, and experiences.
39. In general, I’m very interested in other people, but I don’t feel the need to connect with them on a deeper level.
40. Sometimes when conflict comes up, I might just leave instead of facing and resolving the problem.
41. I tend to deny real problems.
42. I don’t feel embarrassed if I can’t do something well.
43. I prefer ideas and theory to implementation.
44. I try to make others happy by keeping things fun and light, even when I don’t feel happy myself.
45. I smile a lot without even thinking about it.
46. I don’t spend much time thinking about how other people feel. I’m mainly focused on myself.
47. I’m very adventurous.
48. I secretly fear that if I stop acting happy and start being myself, others might not want me around.
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49. I’m an expert multitasker.
50. I need plenty of freedom.
51. In general, I let others solve their own problems. I feel like most people should be able to handle them.
52. I adapt to new circumstances very quickly.
53. Even when I’m part of a team, I find ways to maintain my personal freedom to do what I want, when I want.
54. Because I tend to focus on the fun and positive side of things, I may not always be very compassionate.
55. Planning experiences is almost as much fun as living them.
56. I don’t tolerate boredom very well.
57. Sometimes I get lost in my plans and fantasies.
58. I’m not afraid to try something new.
59. When I have nothing to distract me, I get anxious, so I keep myself busy.
60. I start many projects but don’t complete most of them.
61. I enjoy entertaining others.
62. I learn very quickly.
63. I always have an alternative plan in case things become too boring or don’t work out as I hoped.
64. Sometimes I worry that I won’t be able to sustain my excitement.
65. Sometimes it’s hard to make decisions because saying “yes” to one thing automatically means saying “no” to something else. I worry about missing out on other options.
66. To be completely honest, I sometimes exaggerate to make things sound more fun.
67. I try to see the world through a positive filter and tune out the painful parts.
68. I want to be the center of attention.
69. I have a rich fantasy life.
70. I can do many different things well.
71. When something bad happens to me, I tell myself it could be worse. That’s my way of feeling better.
72. I have a quick mind.
73. When I feel anxious, I don’t try to understand its causes. I try to distract myself instead.
74. I reframe my setbacks as learning experiences.
75. I have a lot of acquaintances, but I prefer to keep the connection light.
76. I always look for ways to relieve negative feelings, such as boredom, discomfort, or pain.
77. I feel irritated by people who are too slow.
78. I love to tell stories.
79. I have so many ideas!
80. I don’t commit easily because I need to feel that I have options to choose from, whether in relationships, education, jobs, or places to live.
81. I think a lot of people make themselves more miserable through their bad attitudes.
82. If someone talks too much about their problems, complains a lot, or is just being negative, I usually change the subject because it’s too much for me.
83. I can talk a lot about my plans without actually following through.
84. I’m always up for something new.
85. I love to entertain guests.
86. I don’t dwell on my negative emotions; I move on rather quickly.
87. Positive thinking really works for me.
88. My interests are very diverse.
89. I get bored with routine. Every once in a while, I do something different, even if it’s simply taking a different road home.
90. I’m always planning my next trip.
91. I share my thoughts and feelings freely, even if others may disagree.
92. Most of the time, I push difficult and painful things out of my mind.
93. I’m a very solution-oriented person. Instead of dwelling on problems, I immediately begin looking for solutions.
94. I’m excited about my future.
95. When something negative happens, I always tell myself it’s just temporary.
96. I love sharing my experiences with others.
97. I always look for good opportunities.
98. I’m an escapist, using games, movies, fiction, or other distractions to avoid dealing with reality.
99. I’m drawn to experimentation.
100. I can rarely resist temptation.
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