Core Need/Motivation
This type has a need to be available and experience a heartfelt connection.

Characteristics
Type 2s are people-focused, helpful, responsive, and relational.

Description
They frequently bring the human factor to the attention of others who may be more focused on goals and projects.

Type 2s have an innate ability to pick up on the emotions of others, often feeling these emotions as if they are their own. They verify their feelings by reading body language.

This sensitivity allows them to understand the needs of others and often be among the first to respond. They do this out of love for others and as a means to foster connections. They believe that if they meet others' needs and become the hero for those they love, they will be wanted and loved in return. This can make it difficult for them to say “no” or to adhere strictly to plans or processes.

Many Type 2s describe feeling the need to do enough to earn the love they seek. Their identity is closely tied to how others perceive them, which is why appreciation is crucial to them, even though they may find it hard to trust such affirmation.

Type 2s often present themselves as being without any needs. They hope that by meeting others' needs, their own will eventually be met without having to voice them. Voicing their own needs is scary because they fear these needs may not be met, or worse, that they may be shamed for having them. Taking a break from helping to practice self-care feels selfish to them.

The Gifts of the Type

They create environments where people feel safe to be who they are. Type Twos anticipate the needs of others with remarkable accuracy. They are tuned in to how certain news or changes will impact people.

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