ESFJs are the consuls of the MBTIverse. Some ESFJs identify as the ESFJ 7w6 when compared with the Enneagram of personality.
This article discusses the ESFJ 7w6 and what to expect from them.
Who is the ESFJ 7w6?
ESFJ 7w6s are adventurous people with a spray of caution. They tend to enjoy life to the fullest through their experiences. ESFJ 7w6s are quite popular among their peers. People usually value their loyalty and reliability. This is down to their wing.
The presence of 7w6 counteracts the excessive extroverted feeling (Fe) function. Thus, ESFJ 7w6s are more balanced. This extends to some of the more typical traits of the ESFJ, as we shall soon see.
Type 7 is a fairly common type for ESFJs. While this is true, the most common type for ESFJs is type 2.
ESFJ 7w6s are slightly more likely to be assertive than turbulent.
What is the Core Desire of the ESFJ 7w6?
The core desire of the ESFJ 7w6 is to be happy. Because of their wing, happiness here involves not being overly reckless.
To achieve this, ESFJ 7w6s will try to balance adventure with caution. That’s a struggle.
What is the Core Fear of the ESFJ 7w6?
The core fear of the ESFJ 7w6 is being stuck in a rut. This can be difficult to achieve since showing caution means remaining stable. Stability here often means being stuck in a rut or in one position. You can clearly see the contradiction.
It can easily turn into a vicious cycle.
How the 7w6 Changes the Natural Tendencies of the ESFJ
- Slightly More Extroverted
ESFJs are also extroverts. ESFJ 7w6s take this to another level. They are more people-oriented and derive joy from social events.
This makes them naturally great at networking. If their wing is weak, this can be a bit excessive. However, as we shall soon see, this personality type is more susceptible to random bursts of every suppressed trait.
- Slightly More Cautious
Adventure is key to most type 7s, and this does not change in the ESFJ 7w6. However, the cautious nature of type 6 tempers it a bit.
Thus, ESFJ 7w6s will want to go on adventures when they appear safe. For example, they will try a risky adventure only if someone else does it first.
While this is true, their cautiousness reduces if their wing is weak.
- Loyalty Matters More
Type 6 is all about loyalty. They care intensely about their loved ones. While ESFJs are masters of making people feel valued, their interactions are often just on the surface.
With ESFJ 7w6s, things matter just a bit more. This is especially true among their friends. Now, this does not mean their true friends will know everything about them. They just care a bit more than typical ESFJs.
While this is true, ESFJ 7w6s will still put themselves first when the chips are down. The extent to which this applies depends on the strength of their wing.
- More Charismatic
ESFJs are people-oriented. ESFJ 7w6s take this to another level. They have all the qualities of the ESFJ, plus the ability to be the life of the party. Vices? Check. Loud and reckless? Check. They can be whoever you want them to be.
It’s easy to mistake them for type 3s initially.
- Reduced People-Pleasing Tendencies
ESFJs are chronic people-pleasers. They often stay in bad situations way longer than they should. Not this ESFJ. ESFJ 7w6s care more about themselves and don’t want to feel trapped.
Thus, they will back out of any situation that suffocates them. Now, don’t mistake their need to interact and have fun for people-pleasing. They only do it for the memories and pleasure.
- Instant Gratification is a Struggle
When it comes to pleasure, ESFJ 7w6s will struggle with instant gratification. The need to simply enjoy life and not suffer will be difficult to shake. This will negatively impact their finances, relationships, and career progression.
They will also struggle with breaking bad habits. This might very well be a weakness. However, sometimes, their instant gratification allows them to enjoy life in a world often filled with misery.
New Weaknesses of the ESFJ 7w6
- The Problem of Vices
Like most type 7s, the struggle with vices is real. Alcohol, drug abuse, and other problems can easily catch up with them. If their wing is strong, they might be too cautious to get addicted.
However, this is one thing they will struggle with throughout their lives.
- Random Bursts of Craziness
No matter how balanced or responsible ESFJ 7w6s get, there’s always a random burst of craziness in them, thanks to type 7. Type 7 is as carefree as it gets.
You might need to embrace this side without going overboard. Suppressing it will just make things uncontrollable when it finally escapes.
- Fearful
Types 6 and 7 are in the fear triad. This means their first emotion is often fear. Thus, ESFJ 7w6s are often very fearful. While this is true, they often try to distract themselves from these fears.
For example, instead of wallowing in pity or fear, they might go partying or hang out with friends. They avoid boredom to prevent their intrusive thoughts from taking over.
They usually win. When they don’t, they turn to their wing. This might make them run away or stand and fight out of fear.
- Slightly Too Stubborn
ESFJ 7w6s care a lot about their happiness. They also frantically try to avoid being trapped, which can make them a bit too stubborn.
For example, they might refuse to perform a task if it means they lose a bit of their freedom. ESFJ 7w6s need to understand that you might need to lose some freedom to gain the world.
It’s a fair trade, believe me.
ESFJ 7w6 in Love/Compatibility
Are you dating or married to an ESFJ 7w6? Here are some things you should know.
- Love Languages
This refers to the way people prefer to give and receive love. ESFJ 7w6s will have acts of service and quality time among their top three love languages. This makes sense as they want to share exciting adventures with their loved ones.
ESFJ 7w6s don’t like stress. So, helping them with some of their tasks will make them feel loved.
- Compatibility
ESFJ’s natural partners in the MBTI are the INFP and ISFP. In Socionics, it’s the INTP. Type 7 is more compatible with types 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9
Thus, ESFJ 7w6s have many options. Regardless, any two mature people can make a relationship work.
- Space and More Space
If you are dating an ESFJ 7w6, give them space. A good way to do this is to have your own circle or life. Try to pursue your own interests. For them, the saying “absence makes the heart fonder” is true. Don’t overdo it, though.
Just don’t be overly clingy.
- Keep them Excited
ESFJ 7w6s live for memories. So, take them on adventures, surprise them, keep them on their toes when you step out or in the bedroom, and make sure there’s no dull moment.
Your bond will grow even stronger.
ESFJ 7w6 vs ESFJ 7w8- What’s the Difference?
Wondering if you’re an ESFJ 7w6 or ESFJ 7w8? Here are some of their common differences.
| ESFJ 7w6 | ESFJ 7w8 |
| Less Extroverted | More Extroverted |
| More Cautious | More Adventurous |
| More Fearful | More Forceful |
| More likely to want some stability in their careers | They are more likely to want some stability in their careers |
ESFJ 7w6 in the Workplace
ESFJs want to work with their hearts on their sleeves. Jobs that involve some form of customer service come naturally to them. ESFJ 7w6s are similar. Because of their wing, they also value some form of stability in their careers.
They often do well in remote, hybrid, or in-person work environments. To get the most out of the ESFJ 7w6, ensure their workplace is stable and exciting.
Best Careers for the ESFJ 7w6
- Firefighter
- Fitness trainer
- Freelancer
- Graphic Designer
- Blogger
- Arbitrator
- Government Worker
- Professor
- Nurse
- Pharmacist
- Personal Support Worker
Worst Careers for the ESFJ 7w6
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Librarian
- Software Engineer
- Data Analyst
Famous People/Anime/Fictional Characters that Might Be ESFJ 7w6
- Mr. Peanutbutter (Bolack Horseman)
- J-Hope
- Jimmy Fallon
- Honey Lemon (Big Hero 6)
- Giselle (Enchanted)
- Felix Madrigal (Encanto)
- Sayu Yagami (Death Note)
- Gomez Addams (The Addams Family)
- Brook (One Piece)
- Allie Hamilton (The Notebook)
- Buddy (Elf)
- Dina (The Last of Us)
