Three: Image-Attachment

Intellectual aspect of the emotional center. 3 is concerned with analyzing and processing qualities and attributes of being to organize and refine their expression according to standards that maximize self-worth.

Image-Attachment refuses the center’s need to establish a sense of inner worth based on internal parameters and instead seeks to reformulate and build the self toward externally recognizable aspects that signify excellence/value. 

There is a splitting of the self between the accepted and unacceptable aspects, measured according to existing standards that have the qualities of significance the three is looking for.

As an image type, three seeks to create something valuable of the self that is worthy of admiration to battle the sense of shame that exists in the unprocessed and unedited version of the self.

3's always aware of the gaze of the other and based on the felt value exchange, they micromanage behaviors to ensure they are still embodying competency in the field of interest or specific gaze of the other - maintaining continuous control of their image.

Susceptible to self-deceit by severing unacceptable aspects, which can create massive waves of internal conflict when the object of attachment that provides validity and proof for the three’s worth ceases to provide it.

Unlike 2's that glorify generoisty, warmth, and kindness as the pinnacle for understanding human value, 3 focuses on capacity and achievements as the primary role of the individual to prove value. And unlike 4's that believe their internal experience and authenticity of emotional state is the pillar of value -- and are thus  separated from external metrics or assessments of self  -- 3 seeks to understand these metrics and apply them to gain an upper hand.

The Hidden Triads as they relate to #3:

Heart: (2, 3, 4): Consistent updating and upkeeping of qualities in character and expression that demonstrate high social value, strength, and capacity

Assertive (3, 7, 8): Takes charge to  create achievements in projects, ideas, and social relations to remove the possibility of unforeseen shame

Attachment (9, 3, 6): Acute awareness of other's core values or attempts toward achievements with keen eye on the intersections between self and others. Updating self as contexts change to stay in upward movement.

Competency (1, 3, 5): Believes value is a demonstrative skill and is critical toward incompetency in areas of human affairs where standards or parameters have precedent.

Expansion-Seeking (1, 3, 7): Sees their identity or "soul" as a resource for development and change in the wider sphere of human life. Seeks to be one step ahead of everyone.

Key Qualities:

• Optimistic in being able to achieve what is needed

• Aware of social consequences and effects in actions and manners of speech

• Observant

• Adept chameleon, adjusting appearances and attitudes that perform better in their respective situations

• Overconfidence/Hidden Shame

• Skilled at understanding ranges of expression and human characteristics

• Go-getter

• “Being the best”

• Controlled and performative expression

• Fear of being outed as a sham

• Know how to speak directly to the heart

3w2:  Charmer. Likes to command attention with competence at mass appeal. Less focused on competency and skills - instead doubling down on embodying the appealing aspects of the heart center.
3w4: Iconoclastic. Wants to be seen as unique. Motivated to act to reduce self-criticism. Less focused on attachment - instead doubling down on negative feelings and demonstrating value through separation and complexity.