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We had an interesting interview with Carol Tavris, Ph.D. yesterday as she talked about how her book, “Mistakes Were Made (But Not By Me: Why we justify foolish beliefs, bad decisions, and hurtful acts)” relates to Sandwiched Boomers. She has given each of us a lot to think about as we deal with our own family-in-flux. Carol’s take on how to move past the “I’m right and you’re wrong” scenario resonated with several of our readers. Their comments about how to turn an argument into a real discussion are worth … Continue reading
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Tagged blame, Carol Tavris, guilt, Mistakes Were Made, Sandwich Generation, Sandwiched Boomers
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Today on our blog we are pleased to welcome Carol Tavris, best-selling author (with Elliot Aronson) of “Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me): Why we justify foolish beliefs, bad decisions, and hurtful acts.” Q: Carol, why do so many of us prefer to justify mistakes rather than admit we were wrong about something? A: First of all, it’s no surprise that people lie to others to cover up misdeeds, crimes, blunders and bad behavior – children do it as soon as they can talk, and we adults do it … Continue reading
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Tagged Carol Tavris, communication, conflict, Elliot Aronson, family, generations, Mistakes Were Made, Sandwiched Boomers
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