Introductory guide
The difference between a wing and a core type
The core type describes a recurring core motivation, while a wing can influence how that motivation is expressed.
The core type remains central
The core type describes what you try to gain and avoid. A different wing does not turn the central motivation and fear into those of another type.
Wings help explain differences in expression
People with the same core type may appear more relationship-oriented or more introverted. The concept of wings can help with understanding those differences.
A high score is not the same as a wing
A high assessment score for an adjacent type does not automatically establish a wing. You first need to consider whether that type may itself be another candidate for your core type.
Check the core type first
First, check whether the motivations and fears of the candidate core type have recurred over a long period. Then look at how the qualities of adjacent types shape the expression of that pattern.
Related reading
See the type descriptions
A result is closer to a starting point for observing your actual experience than a conclusion that settles a type number.