Thinking Errors 1
When we make something seem smaller or "less bad" than it is
What is minimizing
Using a different name or meaning of something
What is Redefining?
Getting others to feel sorry for you to avoid responsibility.
What is Pity-Pot?
When one thinks that you are so special that rules do not apply to you.
What is Uniqueness?
Stating an untruth or telling only a portion of the truth, leaving out critical information.
What is Lying?
Making fun of something or someone to gain power or control over another person or situation
What is Making Fools Of?
Finding an excuse or reason behind you behavior.
What is Rationalizing?
When one avoids responsibility by keeping track of the mistakes made by others rather than their own.
What is Keeping Score?
When one tries to escape responsibility by not being clear or specific.
What is Vagueness?
When a person plays dumb or acts confused about their behavior or responsibilities.
What is Puzzlement?
Finding Someone else responsible for the behavior or event
What is Blaming?
One is intentionally silent to control a situation. A person may use this to antagonize or intimidate others.
What is Silent Power?
When a person tries to escape responsibility by changing the subject or shift the focus of the conversation.
What is Hop-Over?
Finding someone else responsible for the behavior or event.
What is Blaming?
Finding an excuse or reason behind your behavior.
What is Rationalizing?