Comparing easily confused types
How do type 2 and type 6
differ?
Both are devoted to people. Type 2 does so by becoming needed, while type 6 does so by confirming that the relationship can be trusted.
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Why do they seem similar?
They keep promises, stay by people's sides and remain when times are hard. Both types stay in relationships for a long time.
But what they check when entering a relationship differs. Type 2 looks at whether this person needs them, while type 6 looks at whether this person can be trusted.
Differences in core motivation
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
They try to confirm love and connection. Through helping, they secure their place in the relationship.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
They try to secure a dependable foundation. Once trust is confirmed, they remain in the relationship for a long time.
The same situation, different reasons
When they meet someone new
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
Type 2 quickly reads what the other person needs and approaches first.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
Type 6 takes time to observe what kind of person they are.
When the other person creates distance
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
Type 2 thinks about what they did wrong or whether they did not give enough.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
Type 6 looks at whether it signals an unstable relationship or a different intention on the other person's part.
When they are asked for help
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
Type 2 looks at the other person's circumstances before their own capacity. Saying no is difficult.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
Type 6 first checks whether it is within what they can manage and how far their responsibility extends.
In relationships
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
They are warm and active. When there is no reciprocation, their hurt lasts.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
They are loyal and stay for the long term. When trust breaks, rebuilding it takes a great deal of time.
In work and tasks
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
They naturally take on the role of looking after colleagues and maintaining the team's atmosphere.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
They contribute to the team by identifying risks and making contingency plans.
Under stress
Type 2
The one who cares for relationships
They become more devoted and grow tired when it goes unrecognized.
Type 6
The one who checks for safety
They check more often, and worst-case scenarios grow larger.