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Why do we avoid taking responsibility?

Why do we avoid taking responsibility?

Three common reasons

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Sara Kuburic
Aug 30, 2023
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People often think taking responsibility is a form of punishment, when in reality it’s power. 

Responsibility is ownership–of our Selves and our lives. So why are so many of us willing to give it up?

Here are 3 common reasons:

  1. We don't know how to take accountability without shaming ourselves. We're less likely to take responsibility if we don't know how t…

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