Category Archives: Blame
Understanding Why We Blame
Let’s face it, we sometimes spend needless time in blame mode about our interpersonal disputes. Just think of all the energy we put out! I’m not always sure what compels blame. Are we trying to take attention away from our … Continue reading
Self-Blame in Conflict
It happens for many of us that we take on the whole responsibility of our interpersonal conflicts – to our detriment. Owning our part is healthy and a reflection of conflict mastery. However, there is a good chance we both … Continue reading
Why Bother Criticizing?
When we are in conflict it is common to criticize the other person – blaming her or him for things said or done (or not said or done). In our blaming we might name-call, put them down, ignore them, be … Continue reading
Self-Blame
Self-blame, like guilt, can be a useless sentiment unless we learn from it. After all, it ends up being a waste of time to be hard on ourselves and fret over doing and saying things we cannot do over. What … Continue reading
The Blame Game
Blaming the other person when we are in conflict is a game of folly. There is nothing to be gained except perhaps the temporary satisfaction of thinking we are not responsible for being part of the conflict. What part are … Continue reading
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