I"m Ok You're Ok - Eric Berne | Andrew Lake Podcast #006

In this episode we talk about Eric Berne and his psychological theory of Transactional Analysis and its origins in group therapy. We describe Child, Parent and Adult ego states and the importance of recognising each one. Manipulative games are also discussed including; I’ve Got You Now You Son of A Bitch, Ait It Awful and Look How Hard I Tried. The modern adaptation of Transactional Analysis as presented in the popular self-help book I’m Ok You’re ok By Thomas Anthony Harris, is also discussed. We explore common underlying assumptions behind conversations and point out the implications. We also take it a step further and apply underlying assumptions to our existential awareness.