Most of us are quick to blame our own shortcomings on our situation and the shortcomings of others on their disposition.

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This statement reflects the fundamental attribution error, a cognitive bias that causes us to attribute others' behavior to dispositional factors and our own behavior to situational factors. This bias tends to happen automatically and operates outside of conscious awareness, often leading to misunderstandings and conflicts.

Most of Us Are Quick to Blame Our Own Shortcomings