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What does it mean?
The speaker acknowledges the other person did not intend the current outcome.
In plain terms
I see that you did not want this to happen.
What can you take from it?
Recognize unintended harm in conflicts.

Where it applies

  • argument
  • disappointment

Putting it to work

  • clarify intent

Questions to consider

  • Did they mean to hurt you?
  • Can you see what they see?

Another view

Intent does not always negate the impact of harm.

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