Yes, it’s true, I do watch reality TV!
Much of it is contrived (yes, producers, we can tell!), yet you can still discern some very interesting human dynamics play out.
Tonight is the final reunion show of the Real Housewives of Vancouver.
There seem to be some Enneagram dynamics going on, a common one, between 8’s and 6’s.
Jody and Ronnie both seem to be 8’s. 8’s have the ability to be great protectors, but also great “bullies” towards the weak. Mary seems to be a 6.
Given Mary’s complaints about Ronnie (you should stand by me, you should protect me), Ronnie used to fulfill the role of the protector 8, while Mary filled the role of the loyal 6 in their friendship.
When Jody came on the scene, things changed. Jody seems to display some of the more challenging 8 characteristics (8’s are even known as “the Challenger’s!). She “attacks” Mary, going right for her weakest spots.
Ronnie seems to have been somewhat turned off by Mary’s “weakness”, and her perceived lack of loyalty when she dared comment on Ronnie’s drinking. That made Jody an attractive ally to Ronnie.
Summary of my guesses of the types:
Jody, Ronnie – Type 8 – The Challenger – The Powerful, Dynamic Type: Self-Confident, Decisive, Willful and Confrontational
Mary – Type 6 – The Loyalist – The Committed, Security (Safety)-Oriented Type: Engaging, Responsible, Anxious and Suspicious
Christina – May be Type 7 – The Enthusiast – The Busy, Fun-Loving Type: Spontaneous, Versatile, Acquisitive and Scattered
Reiko – Possibly Type 5 – The Investigator/Observer – The Intense, Cerebral Type: Perceptive, Innovative, Secretive and Isolated – I am guessing this type because she does tend to be very observant. She would have to be a fairly highly developed 5, however, with her love of instinctual activities such as racing.
Watch for more interesting dynamics tonight!
