Blame Quote by Mark Manson
““But there are also problems that we aren’t at fault for, yet we are still responsible for them. For example, if you woke up one day and there was a newborn baby on your doorstep, it would not be your fault that the baby had been put there, but the baby would now be your responsibility. You would have to choose what to do. And whatever you ended up choosing (keeping it, getting rid of it, ignoring it, feeding it to a pit bull), there would be problems associated with your choice—and you would be responsible for those as well. Judges””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*, 2016
We may inherit responsibilities we didn't cause, and our choices create further consequences, demanding accountability.
In simple terms: Inherited responsibilities require choices and accountability.
Key Takeaway
Own your choices and their outcomes.
Themes
responsibility
choice
consequence
ethics
accountability
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- parenthood
- caregiving
- community service
- environmental activism
- legal obligations
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
decision making
social duty
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibility have you accepted that you didn’t cause?
- How do you decide the best action when options are all problematic?
A Different Perspective
Choices can be overwhelming and may lead to moral distress.
