In this module of the course, we explore anatomy and neurology at an introductory level to give us the vocabulary and theory to go deeper into how our brains and bodies work together and impact our relationships to ourselves and others.
Blame is when you assign fault or responsibility for an event that occurred
Blame can be a helpful tool to identify whose responsibility it is to address an event, but in many occasions it can perpetrate harm in itself
Blame also often shifts responsibility to one person when multiple people may have been involved
Humans don’t typically respond well to blame – it can cause us to feel guilt and shame
How do we reframe shame and blame?
Start by implementing some of the core ideas behind restorative justice – empathy, respect, accountability, and healing
Think through why you might feel the need to blame someone for a situation. Is it helpful? Does it help repair harm?
Practice being vulnerable – communicating that you’re feeling shame is a vulnerable thing to do, but it can change your relationships and your perception of yourself
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