The idea of always wanting to be the victim in circumstances where you have been offended is a common human trait. Each person wants to be viewed as the aggrieved party.

Stephen Richards
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The idea of always wanting to be the victim in circumstances where you have been offended is a common human trait. Each person wants to be viewed as the aggrieved party. It is natural for people to want to take ownership of their lives and view their hardships as an opportunity for personal growth and self-discovery. This happens in small ways and big ways, and if we pay attention, we can see it happening all around us.

Source: The Pain You Feel Today Is The Strength You Feel Tomorrow

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