When we explain our own behavior (as compared to the behavior of others), we often bias our attributions by assuming the cause for our behavior is due to the situation rather than to internal reasons.

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This phenomenon is known as the actor-observer bias, where people tend to attribute their own actions to external, situational factors while attributing others' actions to internal, personal characteristics.

When We Explain Our Own Behavior (As Compared to the Behavior