Eric Berne

Eric Berne is widely recognized as the founder of Transactional Analysis, a theory of human behavior and communication. His work significantly influenced psychotherapy and self-help literature by providing a framework for understanding social interactions.

For readers new to Eric Berne's work, "Games People Play" is generally considered the most accessible and foundational text. It introduces his core concepts of transactional analysis through relatable examples of social interactions.

Transactional Analysis, developed by Eric Berne, is a psychological theory that examines social interactions, or "transactions," to understand individual behavior and communication patterns. It posits that people operate from different "ego states" (Parent, Adult, Child) which influence their interactions.