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.””
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.
Set boundaries and seek support.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- workplace
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect yourself without self‑blame?
- What steps can you take to address toxic behavior?
Healing requires acknowledging external causes.