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Patterns of behavior repeat in games from "summary" of Games People Play by Eric Berne, MD
Patterns of behavior repeat in games. Just as in a deck of cards, there are a limited number of basic games, and the permutations and combinations of these basic patterns are practically infinite. These patterns are not random, but follow a predictable sequence. People may play different roles in different games, but the patterns themselves remain consistent. Each game has its own set of rules, its own script that the players follow. These rules dictate how the players interact with each other, what moves they can make, and what outcomes are possible. Despite the variations in individual games, the underlying patterns of behavior are remarkably similar. In playing these games, people often fall into familiar patterns of behavior without even realizing it. They may unconsciously adopt certain roles or strategies that...
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