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Behaviour Quote by Fiona McColl

“We are never responsible for another person’s abusive or toxic behaviour. We don’t “choose it” or “create it” … we didn’t “sign on for it in a previous life” and it’s not our “karma” coming to bite us on our ass-ets.” quote by Fiona McColl
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““We are never responsible for another person’s abusive or toxic behaviour. We don’t “choose it” or “create it” … we didn’t “sign on for it in a previous life” and it’s not our “karma” coming to bite us on our ass-ets.””

Fiona McColl

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Talk on Toxic Relationships, 2020

We cannot control others’ abusive actions, and blaming ourselves or invoking karma is unhelpful; responsibility lies with the abuser.

In simple terms: You’re not to blame for others’ abuse.

Key Takeaway

Set boundaries and seek support.

Themes

responsibility abuse karma self‑blame

Mood

determined empathetic

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

psychology of trauma ethical accountability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you protect yourself without self‑blame?
  • What steps can you take to address toxic behavior?
A Different Perspective

Healing requires acknowledging external causes.

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