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Acknowledging Quote by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

“One of the most common ways of not acknowledging our faults is to blame others.” quote by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
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“One of the most common ways of not acknowledging our faults is to blame others.”

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Great Treatise on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment”, 1995

Blaming others is a common way to avoid admitting personal faults.

In simple terms: Avoid fault by blaming others.

Key Takeaway

Own your mistakes.

Themes

psychology personal growth accountability

Mood

reflective calming

Type

teaching philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • team dynamics

Key Concepts

deflection ego self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers blame shifting?
  • How to foster responsibility?
A Different Perspective

Self-blame can also be harmful.

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