Script Analysis
“The past cannot be changed, but the future is yet in your power.”
You’re the Director of your Life… What has been directed till now? What do you want to Direct in future?
Dive into the world of Script Analysis with Transactional Analysis (TA). This cool approach uncovers how those sneaky, unconscious decisions from our kiddie days are pulling the strings on how we act and feel today. Ready to play detective on your own life script? Script Analysis helps spot those old patterns and learn how to make better choices that can jazz up your life!
What is a Life Script?
Life scripts are like secret game plans we made as kids without even realizing it:
– Secret Game Plan: We create scripts based on what we see and hear growing up, shaping how we act and feel as adults.
– Unconscious Blueprint: These scripts are hidden away in our subconscious, silently guiding our daily choices.
– Pattern Play: They form patterns—like always saying yes to everything because we think it’ll make people like us.
Example of how a script forms:
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Analysis:
From a young age, John learns that being helpful and always saying “yes” is a way to earn approval and feel included in his family. This pattern becomes a habit, influencing his behaviour into adulthood, where he struggles to say “no,” even if it costs him personally. This illustrates the concept of “script” in transactional analysis, where early experiences significantly shape an individual’s behaviour patterns.
Life scripts can be rewritten once we spot them, making way for new, healthier habits!
How Life Script can be Helpful?
Understanding your life script can be super helpful:
- Aha Moments: Uncover why you do the things you do, like why you might shy away from taking charge at work.
- Change the Channel: Once you spot these old scripts, you can change them. Imagine switching from a sitcom rerun to your favorite new show!
- Boost Your Happiness: Changing outdated scripts means you get to write a happier, healthier life story.
Continuing with the same example:
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Analysis:
Yep, that old “don’t say so, say yes” script is still playing in John’s adult life! John is still operating from his past childhood experiences, immediately agreeing to take on more responsibilities to please their manager. This response, driven by a need for approval, overlooks personal boundaries and workload capacity, which can lead to stress and burnout.
After the script analysis, John might benefit from responding more from the Adult ego-state, which involves realistic assessment and communication of personal limits.
By recognizing this sneaky script, you can switch it up—maybe swap immediate Ýes’ to giving themselves time to contemplate on their workload. Therapy may be needed to help make this change. Who knows, the new script might just be John’s ticket to becoming happier and relaxed.
What you once decided can be redecided
- The idea that “what you once decided can be redecided” is a powerful reminder from the world of Transactional Analysis.
- What you once directed can be redirected.
- We’re not stuck with the life scripts we adopted in childhood.
- As adults, all of us have the ability to reflect on these unconscious decisions and make new choices that better serve our current goals and well-being. This flexibility allows for significant personal growth and change, empowering us to live more fulfilling lives.
Script Analysis with Reena Goenka
Ready to reshape your future with new decisions? Start by exploring your life script with Reena Goenka. Reena, a certified Transactional Analyst from the International Transactional Analysis Association, is only the second Singaporean to earn the prestigious CTA in Psychotherapy. Her expertise in script analysis can guide you to uncover and rewrite the unconscious blueprints that shape your life, opening the door to personal transformation and fulfillment.
Duration and Fees for Script Analysis
It’s 3 hours – either face to face or online. The fees is $700.00
