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“It can be shown experimentally that eidetic perception evokes affection, and that candidness mobilizes positive feelings, so that there is even such a thing as "one-sided intimacy" - a phenomenon well known, although not by that name, to professional seducers, who are able to capture their partners without becoming involved themselves. This they do by encouraging the other person to look at them directly and to talk freely, while the male or female seducer makes only a well-guarded pretense of reciprocating.”

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Book:GAMES PEOPLE PLAY
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GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

This book delves into the various games that individuals play in social situations, analyzing the underlying motivations and strategies that drive human behavior. more

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Eric Berne
Eric Berne

Eric Berne was a renowned psychologist and author, known for his profound insights into psychodrama and human relationships. His work has had a significant impact on the fields of modern psychology and interpersonal relationships. more

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