Karpman Drama Triangle

The Karpman Drama Triangle is like when you and your friends play a game of pretend, but sometimes it gets out of control and you start to feel upset or uncomfortable.

In this game, there are three main characters: the Rescuer, the Persecutor, and the Victim.

The Rescuer is a person who tries to help or save someone else, even if that person didn't ask for help. They might say things like "Let me help you," "I'll take care of it," or "I know what's best for you."

The Persecutor is a person who acts mean or hurtful to someone else. They might say things like "You're not good enough," "It's all your fault," or "I'm better than you."

The Victim is a person who feels helpless or powerless, and might say things like "I can't do anything right," "Nobody cares about me," or "Why does this always happen to me?"

Sometimes people switch between these roles throughout the game, but it can start to feel like a real-life situation. The Rescuer might feel unappreciated or overwhelmed, the Persecutor might feel like they're always picked on, and the Victim might start to feel like they can't do anything right.

It's important to recognize when the game is getting out of control and to talk to your friends about how everyone is feeling. It's also important to remember that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, and nobody should be made to feel like a victim or a persecutor.