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What does it mean?
Human conflict stems from individual faults rather than external legislation or politics.
In plain terms
We need to look at ourselves as the problem, not just the system.
What can you take from it?
Recognize your role in conflict before blaming others.

Where it applies

  • disagreements
  • political debate
  • personal relations

Putting it to work

  • introspect during conflict

Questions to consider

  • What role do you play in conflict?
  • How do you fix your part?

Another view

It ignores systemic issues that cause conflict.

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