Blame: Definition, Examples, & TypesBlame is a constant presence in our lives, since things always seem to be going wrong somewhere. Let’s look under the hood at blame as a psychological phenomenon and learn how to blame less.
Of course, as soon as I got a bit older and my younger siblings entered this stage, I could see it for the automatic, instinctual defensive reaction that it was – and then, of course, I blamed them for it!
Although blame may be especially threatening to children of a certain age (Piaget, 1932), nearly all of us are much happier to see somebody other than ourselves be the target of blame. Since undesirable things are almost always happening somewhere, blame is a constant presence in our lives. This article explores the nature of blame – what it is, why we do it, and how we can do it less. Before reading on, if you're a therapist, coach, or wellness entrepreneur, be sure to grab our free Wellness Business Growth eBook to get expert tips and free resources that will help you grow your business exponentially. Are You a Therapist, Coach, or Wellness Entrepreneur?
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