5 - The Wise Person

Basic Info

Core FearBeing useless, helpless, or incapable
Core DesireTo be capable and competent
ParadigmEmptiness
Body CenterMind
Social StyleWithdrawn
Problem Solving StyleCompetency
Emotional NeedSecurity
Emotional IssuesFear
InstintictMeaning or Purpose (Where am I?)
DysfunctionInadequacy
VulnerabilitiesInvaded, emptied, looking foolish or exposed
Appealing ThingsReasonable
VirtueWisdom
ViceGreed
Make The World...more intelligent
Blind SpotWhat do I feel?

Relations to Other Numbers

Wings
During stress, tends towards7
During growth, tends towards8

Sayings

"Knowledge is power"
"Truth will set you free"
"A man can be himself only so long as he is alone"
"Silence is golden"
"A fool and his money are soon parted"

Virtuous Ideals

"Real understanding comes from experience"
"I am always connected"
"I know enough"
"Being known and seen are just as important as knowing and seeing"

Proficiencies

Non-attachment
Synthesize and get the big picture
Analyze objectively and distill things down to their essence
Organizing ideas
Clear and succinct communication
Comfortable working alone

Character Arc

1. I am Perceptive
2. Isolation
3. Emptiness
4. Wisdom
What is each step of the Character Arc called?
  1. Counterfeit Virtue (Mask)
  2. Defense Mechanism
  3. Area of Avoidance
  4. Genuine Virtue
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