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What does it mean?
When a woman is blamed for a disappointment, admitting fault yourself prevents conflict.
In plain terms
Blaming yourself avoids a fight when a woman is at fault.
What can you take from it?
Accept blame to keep the peace.

Where it applies

  • disappointments
  • social gatherings
  • romantic tensions

Putting it to work

  • de-escalation
  • diplomacy
  • self-sacrifice

Questions to consider

  • Is it worth sacrificing truth for peace?
  • When does self-blame become harmful?

Another view

It may encourage others to blame you unfairly.

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