These people are also very independent and free-spirited at heart, relationship coach and Enneagram educator Julie Nguyen previously wrote for mbg. “Since their identity is generally composed of their feelings,” she says, “they are driven by what feels right in the moment, which can leave a trail of half-finished projects in their wake.” They can find it difficult or unnatural to follow a routine or schedule, and even to be organized. They like a career with variety and spontaneity. Because they can struggle with organization and self-centeredness, careers that can encourage them to work through those limitations can help them find balance, as can working with type Ones and Twos (who are known for organization and selflessness, respectively). (Here’s more on what you need to know about dating each Enneagram type.) Lui also notes in the first half of their life, Fours will lean toward either Three or Five, with both being very different. And usually, people will switch wings during their life to reach their maximum potential. The two types of Four wings are very different, but at some point in life, there will likely be a switch, to help the Four to become more well-rounded.
