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Whenever we seek to avoid the responsibility for our own behavior, we do so by attempting to give that responsibility to
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"Whenever we seek to avoid the responsibility for our own behavior, we do so by attempting to give that responsibility to some other individual or organization or entity. But this means we then give away our power to that entity"

- M. Scott Peck

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In this quote, M. Scott Peck is highlighting the propensity of individuals to shift the blame for their actions onto others. He suggests that when we try to avoid taking responsibility for our behavior, we typically try to pass it off onto somebody else, whether it be an individual, organization, or entity. However, by doing so, we are basically giving away our power to that entity. Peck is emphasizing the significance of owning up to our actions and not depending on others to take duty for us. By taking obligation for our behavior, we are likewise taking control of our own lives and not permitting others to determine our actions.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by M. Scott Peck between May 22, 1936 and September 25, 2005. He/she was a famous Psychologist from USA. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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