Finger-pointing can quickly turn a loving connection into a battleground of accusations and hurt feelings. Blaming is a natural human response to avoid responsibility, but it’s not constructive. It’s tough when the blame game becomes a regular part of a relationship.
Let’s find out why partners blame each other in a relationship and what are the ways to break this vicious cycle from India’s top relationship expert and marriage counsellor Shivani Misri Sadhoo.
Why does the blame game begin?
Shivani Sadhoo says certain factors initiate the blame game. Some of them are:
Childhood experiences: These shape our coping and communication strategies. If individuals face blame or criticism, they may unconsciously blame others in relationships.
Protect Self-esteem: Blaming others helps preserve a positive self-image and shields self-esteem, as admitting fault might be perceived as a weakness.
Lack of Empathy: It hinders understanding others’ perspectives, leading to a tendency to blame instead of considering their viewpoint.
Ways to Deal with the Blame Game?
Shivani says, every problem has a solution, you simply need to find it. Some of the ways to deal with the blame games are:
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Shivani Misri Sadhoo is of Delhi's eminent Couples Therapist, Relationship experts and marriage counselors and works with India 's top hospital groups like Fortis Hospital, IBS