Communication Tips Wednesday [9]:
Type 6 (Striving to feel Secure) 
 
Type 6s tend to be vigilant and question‑oriented communicators, quickly spotting risks, inconsistencies, and “what could go wrong.” 
 
They often use questions, double‑checks, and devil’s‑advocate comments to feel safer and better prepared, which can sometimes make them sound more negative or doubtful than they intend. 
 
Tips for Type 6s:
 
If you are asking questions to feel safer and more prepared, name that intention (“I want to make sure this is solid”) so your questions land as support rather than criticism. 
 
When you bring up the worst‑case scenario, add one concrete suggestion for what might help, so your input shows up as practical problem‑solving rather than just worry. 
 
If you notice yourself flipping between doubt and certainty, try putting that into words (“part of me is unsure, part of me sees the value”), which makes your process clearer and less confusing for others. 
 
Tips for communicating with Type 6s:
 
Be clear, consistent, and specific; vague reassurances increase their anxiety, while concrete information and follow‑through build trust and cooperation. 
 
Make space for their questions and concerns and answer them as practically as you can, showing how risks are being considered, rather than dismissing them as overreacting.

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