From the course: Working with Difficult People (2017)
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Games players: What can be done
From the course: Working with Difficult People (2017)
Games players: What can be done
- So, we've seen that games players are taking positions on the Drama Triangle, which has Persecutor, Victim and Rescuer. And, as they move around the triangle, they push you into other corners of the triangle, sometimes, with a twist at the end that leaves them feeling good and you as the victim. Even behaviors like bearing grudges and sulking are small versions of games. Along with statements like, I told you so, it's for your own good, I was only joking, now look what you've made me do, is this the thanks I get, and the things I do for you. And even some negative emotions like jealousy and revenge are on there when you think about them. So, what can we do about these games? Well, there are three ways to live with them, and two ways to change them. First, is to withdrawal; just avoid the person, or walk away when the games start. If they start to complain about their boss, or criticize colleagues behind their back, just don't get involved. The second option is to live with it…
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The only two options4m 45s
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The second option: Changing them5m 8s
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Dealing with aggressive people6m 56s
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Handling passive-aggressive people3m 42s
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Negative people4m 34s
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Procrastinators4m 26s
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Understanding games players6m 2s
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Games players: What can be done5m 3s
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Selfish people4m 27s
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Childish people4m 44s
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People with bad habits4m 56s
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