The international Gamma

We've been seeing this ad in both the UK and Italy. I didn't find an English version, however, so here is the Italian. The dialogue:

Woman: We're always late and it's always your fault!
Gamma: Your father won't even notice. (whistles)
Woman: (icy glare)
Gamma: (realizes he's gone too far, supplicates) No, darling-
Woman: Forget it!
Gamma: (sends text) Forgive him, he's an idiot.
Both: (she is amused by his self-deprecation and relents, he leans in and laughs in a wheedling and self-deprecatory manner.)

Notice the following Game-related points:

1. She's a dominant bitch, she's driving.
2. He attempts to deflect rather than risk conflict by directly addressing her accusation, but only makes matters worse.
3. She indicates her displeasure by withholding communication.
4. His initial attempt at supplication is unsuccessful.
5. He can't bear her displeasure and escalates his supplication.
6. She finally consents to permit him to return to the familiar comfort of his inferior position.

If your reaction to relationship conflict is similar to this, you are exhibiting Gamma behavior patterns and it is unlikely that you have a secure relationship with the woman in your life.

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