Eric Berne

Eric Berne was a Canadian-born psychiatrist who is best known for developing Transactional Analysis (TA), a theory of personality and communication.

Transactional Analysis (TA) is a theory of personality and communication that was developed by Eric Berne. It is based on the idea that we each have three ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child, which influence our behavior and interactions with others.

'Games People Play' is a bestselling book written by Eric Berne in 1964. It presents the idea that human interactions can be likened to strategic games, where people engage in certain patterns of behavior to fulfill unconscious psychological needs.

Some examples of 'games' discussed in 'Games People Play' include "Why Don't You - Yes But," where a person seeks advice but then rejects every suggestion, and "See What You Made Me Do," where a person blames others for their own actions.

Eric Berne's work has had a significant impact on the fields of psychiatry, psychology, and counseling. His theory of Transactional Analysis has been influential in understanding interpersonal communication and has been applied in various settings such as therapy, education, and organizational development.