Edward McInnis
Fours tend to avoid the present moment to brood on the past or rehearse on idealized future. This is especially apparent in regard to primary relationships. Helen Palmer writes in The Enneagram: “Their inner situation is reflected in the literary prototype of the tragic romantic who, having attained recognition and material success, remains steadfastly focused upon the lost love, the unavailable love, a future love, and a picture of happiness only love can bring.”
Roy Orbison wa...
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