Social Map: Enthusiast to Enthusiast
With busy social lives, Enthusiasts need to focus on making time for each other.
With busy social lives, Enthusiasts need to focus on making time for each other.
No one starts a party like an Enthusiast. Therefore, it is no surprise that this energetic twosome make a great pair of friends. But their shared ability to avoid problems (and—sometimes—people) can lead to trouble.
In this Enthusiast to Enthusiast social map, we’ll highlight the strengths and hurdles Enthusiasts may face in connecting with one another, as well as best practices for conversations and interactions.
Summary
Enthusiasts like to do new things, meet new people and start new relationships. So when two Enthusiasts meet, they’re likely to become fast friends.
But the preoccupied nature of an Enthusiast’s life may mean they have trouble squeezing this relationship into their already overcrowded schedule. Enthusiasts may forget to prioritize their connection with each other. And, given the Enthusiast’s sometimes avoidant nature, these two may never get to know one another on any deeper, emotional level.
But long absences in the course of their relationship aren’t likely to phase this pair when they do make time to meet up. They’ll likely have the same fun they’ve always had.
Strengths and Hurdles
Strengths
— Enthusiasts “get” one another. They feed off the other’s high energy and have a fun time when they hang out.
— Enthusiasts are resilient. Neither will be offended if the other doesn’t text back. This resiliency means their relationship is likely to last for many years.
Hurdles
— Enthusiasts may forget to prioritize their relationship with one another. Without making plans to see one another, they may go long periods where they don’t speak.
— The Enthusiast can be avoidant when stressed, overwhelmed or upset. Two Enthusiast friends may avoid getting into the deeper emotions of their lives, keeping their relationship focused around shared interests and experiences.
What to Do
Make the time.
Why it works: Enthusiasts should prioritize quality time in order to keep their relationship healthy. Take the initiative to make (and keep) plans with fellow Enthusiast friends. Lean on shared interests and set up recurring friendship dates.
Don’t let problems build.
Why it works: Enthusiasts can be avoidant, letting a problem fester and then cutting people off when they’ve reached their limit. Avoid potential problems by approaching things head-on. Remember, Enthusiasts are resilient. Even if you have a conflict, your relationship is likely to bounce back.
What to Say
“Let’s hang out next week. 7PM. My house.”
Why it works: Enthusiasts value time together. Make solid plans with one another. Don’t get caught in the endless trap of “when are you free?” Instead, pick a date and stick to it.
Recommendations
“How to Keep in Touch Regularly”: Learn how to apologize or seek forgiveness if you’ve said the wrong thing to another person.
“How to Have a Healthy Confrontation”: Becoming a better listener requires empathy and active, rather than passive, participation.
“Love Languages: Quality Time”: Disagreements between friends are common, but knowing what to say can be difficult to discern in the moment.