Line 6: The Role Model

Line 6: The Role Model

Theme: Wisdom and Perspective
Purpose: To progress through life’s three stages, embody wisdom, and serve as a guide for others through authentic leadership.

“I Know What I Know, Because I’ve Walked the Path and Now I Live It” – Matteen

Core Attributes

Line 6 individuals are visionaries and natural role models who live life in three distinct phases. Their journey involves observation, reflection, and eventual leadership through embodiment. They bring a sense of depth, wisdom, and clarity to those around them, serving as an example of what it means to live authentically.

The Three Life Stages

  1. Stage 1 (0-30 years): Exploration (Acts as Line 3)
    • This phase mirrors the 3rd Line’s trial-and-error experience, filled with experimentation, mistakes, and discovery.
    • The focus is on gathering experiences, often leading to a period of disillusionment or burnout.
  2. Stage 2 (30-50 years): Reflection and Retreat
    • You pull back from active experimentation to observe and codify the lessons from your earlier years.
    • This period is about healing, integration, and finding your unique purpose, often marked by a sense of detachment or aloofness.
  3. Stage 3 (50+ years): Embodied Leadership
    • You step fully into your role as a visionary and guide, demonstrating authentic wisdom and leadership.
    • People naturally gravitate toward your example, seeking your insight and clarity.

Strengths

  • Visionary Perspective: You can see the bigger picture, offering profound insight into life’s patterns and processes.
  • Authentic Leadership: Your wisdom inspires others to live with integrity and purpose.
  • Educator and Guide: You serve as a trusted teacher, helping others navigate their own journeys.

Challenges

  • Isolation Wound: Early life challenges may lead to a sense of separation or disconnection.
  • Shadow of Arrogance: Detachment in the second phase can lead to aloofness or perceived superiority.
  • Resistance to Re-engagement: It can feel daunting to step back into the world after a period of retreat.

Light & Shadow

  • In the Light: The Visionary Role Model, embodying wisdom and guiding others through your lived example.
  • In the Shadow: The Judge, becoming critical or withdrawn due to disillusionment or unresolved wounds.

Key Needs

  • Patience and Time: Your journey unfolds in phases, requiring trust in the process.
  • Space for Observation: Your growth comes from reflection and stepping back to see the bigger picture.
  • Integration of Lessons: Learning to codify and share your insights is essential to stepping into your role as a leader.

Healing and Growth

  • Healing Wound: Transforming feelings of isolation by connecting with others through your wisdom and authenticity.
  • Life’s Work: Teaching and guiding others through education, surrender, and a reverence for life’s depth and beauty.

Key Insight for 6th Line Individuals

Your life is a journey of evolution, and each phase builds the foundation for the next. Trust in the process of growth and re-engagement, knowing that your ultimate role is to lead by example. Your authenticity and wisdom are the greatest gifts you can offer the world.