The line between blame and responsibility
There’s a huge difference between asking, “Whose fault is this?” and “Whose responsibility is this?” Knowing which question to ask can be life-changing.
In therapy, blame is common—but rarely useful. Clients often come in stuck, either blaming themselves or others for the pain they experience. Understanding a problem’s origins can be helpful—but taking responsibility for solving it is what makes…
Blame vs. Responsibility
I wrote about blame vs. responsibility a few years ago and the article got a lot of traction. I am revisiting it today because this topic is so important! Blame is incredibly disempowering. Responsibility, on the other hand, is powerful! Shifting from blame to responsibility will help us feel better about ourselves and our relationships. Here are some more thoughts about blame vs. responsibility…
