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What does it mean?
Before blaming others, remember that pointing a finger leaves three fingers pointing back at yourself.
In plain terms
Think before you blame others because you share the responsibility.
What can you take from it?
Reflect on your own role before criticizing others.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • giving feedback
  • personal accountability

Putting it to work

  • pause before blaming
  • assess your own faults

Questions to consider

  • What part did you play in this?
  • Are you judging others harshly?

Another view

Sometimes others are solely at fault, and self-blame is unhelpful.

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