integration for type 1

wing 9 integration

type ones fear being “wrong”, in other words, not doing or saying the right thing. this leaves them tense, irritable, and strongly focused. their disciplined nature, together with their strong work ethic, can lead to burnout and constant reactiveness. by integrating type nine qualities they become more able to relax and integrate different views. they become less reactive and open to other opinions, expanding their own view. as they become more trusting, they come to realize that the world isn’t as black and white as they previously thought and are able to enjoy the “imperfections” of life.

wing 2 integration

normally, type ones are more concerned with “right/wrong” than their own or others’ feelings. by integrating the qualities of the type two, they become more generous and other-focused. they now show more warmth and become more gregarious. with integration, type ones also learn to give time to themselves and their interests. they can relax into deeper participation in the moment by letting go of idealism.

release point

integrating mature type 7 qualities

type one individuals are remarkably self-critical and disciplined. they are so aware of the threat of corruption that they may develop a sense of “uptightness” in order to ward off anything “bad,” and may have a hard time relaxing. however, when they mindfully follow their virtue of right action, they can become more secure in their goodness. at that point, they begin to relax and become spontaneous and fun-loving, like the type seven.

part of the type one’s integration of their release point is accepting that there is no permanent solution to “badness,” but that through constant right action, they can free themselves from their resentment. they realize that they have the power to meet challenges by facing them head on, as they arise. this allows them to let go of constant vigilance, thus opening to greater relaxation and enjoyment.

stress point

overcoming immature type 4 qualities

immature type fours can be emotional, melancholic, and irrational. type ones tend to take on these characteristics when they build up a great deal of resentment toward others. they may feel that they’re not being appreciated and withdraw as a result. the type one is now self-absorbed, like the immature type four, and angry at others for not seeing the “goodness” of principled living. this stress can only be released as type ones grow into maturity, where they no longer identify with “right” and “wrong,” but simply live their own values, without the expectation that others do the same. they can now be at peace, and deeply connect to their own feelings.

non-resourceful state

when type ones are under stress, they do more of the same — trying harder, putting in more effort, getting more serious, and becoming more frustrated and resentful. when all their efforts still don’t get them affirmed or fail to satisfy their need for correctness, they become discouraged, believing that they too are not good enough. this can lead to depression or an ongoing melancholy. they feel misunderstood and victimized — angry with a world that does not appreciate their efforts to make things better.

resourceful state

when type ones are in a resourceful relaxed state, they take themselves and the situation less seriously. they lighten up and get in touch with their playful side. they notice what’s right and what’s there, instead of what’s wrong and what’s missing. they operate from the adaptive belief that they are good enough, even though they’re not perfect. they trust that life is unfolding as it should, and this trust allows them to go with the flow and to stop pushing the river, since it’s flowing by itself. they do what they find pleasurable, in other words, what they want to do instead of what they “should” do. when in a resourceful state, type ones are optimistic, accepting, and present to whatever is. “i am, therefore i’m good” replaces “i’m perfect, therefore i’m acceptable.”

recommendations for type 1

• learn to relax. take some time for yourself. let go of the feeling that everything is up to you, and that if you let your guard down everything will descend into chaos.
• you have a lot to teach others and may be a good teacher, but do not expect others to be ready to change. what is obvious to you may not be as obvious to them, especially if they are not used to being as self-disciplined and objective about themselves. their initial resistance to change may later give way to change. your words, and above all, your example, may influence more than you realize. have patience.
• it is easy for you to become upset about the “wrongdoings” of others. it may sometimes be true that they are wrong. but what is it to you? your irritation can only scare them or leave them angry. similarly, beware of your constant irritation with your own “shortcomings.” does your own harsh self-criticism really help you to improve? or does it simply make you tense, nervous, and self-doubting? learn to recognize the demands of your inner critic, and how it undermines rather than helps you.
• it is important for you to get in touch with your feelings, particularly your unconscious impulses. you may find that you are uneasy with your emotions and your sexual and aggressive impulses — in short, with the messy things that make you human. it might be helpful to keep a journal and attend to it by yourself, or to join a group that focuses on the development of emotional understanding. you may find that others do not see you as wrong or lacking as you believe.
• your Achilles’ heel is your self-righteous anger. you get angry easily, particularly by what seems to you to be the perverse refusal of others to do the “right thing” (per your definition). try to step back and see that your anger alienates people, making it difficult for them to hear many of the good things you have to say. further, your own repressed anger, and other repressed emotions, may well cause you illness or psychological difficulties.

summarized from Riso & Hudson, Lapid-Bogda