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Scapegoating: A Case of Misplaced Blame, Part III

Feel a compelling need to tell the truth? If you do, maybe it’s time to let someone else take a turn. Continue reading

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Scapegoating: A Case of Misplaced Blame, Part II

More explanation of scapegoating as experienced in family units, extended families, businesses, and churches Continue reading

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Scapegoating in Conflict Resolution, Part I

When we are confronted with a problem that has no easy or obvious solution, it’s tempting to scapegoat rather than address the true causes. Here is a personal story that illustrates the basic idea of scapegoating and shows why it’s not a good method of conflict resolution. Continue reading

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