Abstract
Berne's concept of gimmick evolved from being considered an advantage derived from games to inclusion in Formula G as “the weakness which makes a person vulnerable to games or scripty behavior.” Many authors either omit Formula G and gimmicks from consideration, or redefine the term. Formula G is believed very useful, and gimmick may be it's most useful aspect. Internal psychological and physiological cues are recognizable. Specific qualities of the cues are discussed, idiosyncratic indicators of their presence described, and. suggestions given for utilizing these cues to interrupt and avoid the “game process.”