Avoid other people’s games

from Games People Play by Eric Berne

How to Apply This

Learn the many different games people play.
Awareness is key to avoiding the many games people play. Be aware of the ego states and be on the lookout for them when you believe a game might be afoot.
Pay close attention to interactions.
When you interact with other people, note what ego state is speaking. Many games start with one ego state hiding behind another, and identifying which state is playing is key to ending the game.
Disrupt the game.
To stop playing games, we have to allow ourselves to be vulnerable. It’s time to drop our masks and see through the eyes of others.

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