Another cluster of signs peculiar to enneatype One point more specifically to a strong sense of duty coupled with a tendency towards formality and excessive rigor. These signs are characterized by a need to distinguish oneself, the prevalence of the thinking function in the area of mental activity, and a strong control over one’s own impulsiveness. These signs also indicate inflexibility, rigidity, extreme adherence to principles, reduced spontaneity and difficulty in adapting to change.

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