The games people play are the unconscious ones. Imagine that you care for your friend, go above and beyond to help her, and you prioritize her needs over yours. Further, your friend confides in you for her problems, believes that she is incapable of solving her own issues, and depends on you. Over time, you …
Strokes are the food for our psychological hunger. A stroke is a token of acknowledgment or reinforcement given by one person to another. According to Eric Berne (1961), it is the “currency of human relationships”. It is like nurturing water to a growing plant, and crucial for well-being and satisfaction. Through strokes, you either approve or …
Have you ever pondered the following questions? Is my life structured enough to give me appropriate direction? Do I feel energized in my life? Do I have a friend or a loved one that I enjoy spending time with? You can relate your answers to the concept known as psychological hunger. According to Eric Berne …
