When I distort my perception of reality so that it fits my script, this process is called redefining.

1. Nature and function of redefining
Transactional Analysis

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3. Nature and function of redefining
• When I distort my
perception of reality so
that it fits my script, this
process is called
redefining.

4. Nature and function of redefining
• In my child ego state as a
grown up, I may cling to
the early decisions
because I am still clinging
to the belief that they
are necessary for my
survival.

5. Nature and function of redefining
• Thus if some feature of
reality seems to
challenge my script
decisions, I am likely to
defend against it.

6. Nature and function of redefining
• Putting this idea into
Schiffian language, we
say: “ When my scripty
frame of reference is
threatened, I defend
against the threat by
redefining.”

7. Nature and function of redefining
• As a child, I accepted my
parent’s definition of me
as unable to think. I make
this script decision
because I believed it was
the only way I had of
surviving and getting my
needs met.

8. Nature and function of redefining
• Now as I get into script
as a grown up, I re – run
this old survival strategy.
I redefine reality by
discounting my own
ability to think.

9. Nature and function of redefining
• This does not help me
solve the problem, which
is to pass the examination.
But outside my awareness,
in my child ego state, I am
following the motive that
see more important than
any examination could.

10. Nature and function of redefining
• That is : to defend
against the unspeakable
disaster I fear may
happen if I challenge my
parent’s decision.

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