role-playing
a method of instruction or psychotherapy aimed at changing attitudes and behavior, in which participants act out designated roles relevant to real-life situations.
the modifying of a person's behavior to accord with a desired personal image, as to impress others or conform to a particular environment.
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How to use role-playing in a sentence
Which is why we play around with identity in Season 2, role playing and him moving from job to job.
Michael Sheen’s Masterful Study of Sex and Insecurity | Caryn James | September 28, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHowever, “Bashir”—not his real name—has been in the pirate role-playing trade a long time.
Is the popular role-playing game having problems with its monetary policy?
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“Compared to those, this looks like a very rich role-playing game experience,” Gaudiosi said.
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I am going to relate another example which I hope will help you understand the role-playing technique for self-hypnosis.
A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis | Melvin PowersThis same pattern is precisely what you are to follow in using the role-playing technique.
A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis | Melvin PowersIf, after several weeks, you should still not be successful, use the role-playing technique.
A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis | Melvin Powers
British Dictionary definitions for role-playing
psychol activity in which a person imitates, consciously or unconsciously, a role uncharacteristic of himself: See also psychodrama
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