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Fundamental Attribution Error
Fundamental Attribution Error

Fundamental Attribution Error

The Fundamental Attribution Error states that when we try to explain other people’s bad behavior, we tend to overemphasize their personality and underemphasize the situation they were in. This leaves people feeling unappreciated and destroys relationships.

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Fundamental Attribution Error: This Cognitive Bias Destroys Relationships

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Fundamental Attribution Error: This Cognitive Bias Destroys Relationships

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