Giles and Alison explore Type 5 – The Investigator, a deeply thoughtful and independent personality that seeks understanding, clarity, and competence. Type 5s are driven by a need to conserve energy and protect themselves from being overwhelmed, often retreating into their minds to analyze and observe rather than engage directly. But beneath their quest for knowledge, they often struggle with a fear of depletion, emotional detachment, and the belief that they must accumulate enough knowledge before they can act.

Through biblical insights, including the wisdom of Solomon, we discuss how Fives can move from isolation to connection, from withholding to generosity, and from self-reliance to trusting God’s provision. We also explore their false identity of “I am what I have” and the false self that tempts Fives to seek security and survival through knowledge and self-sufficiency rather than dependence on God.

If you or someone you love is a Type 5, this episode offers encouragement, truth, and practical wisdom for stepping out of isolation, sharing their insights, and trusting that God is their ultimate source of security.