<!-- bryant-content-generator:start --> # People often act from pain, fear, deprivation, or... > People often act from pain, fear, deprivation, or learned defense. That knowledge can guide a wiser response, but explanation is not exemption: the person causing harm remains responsible for what must change. **Source:** [[livestreams/Self-Reliance Without Losing Compassion - Workbook|Self-Reliance Without Losing Compassion]] ## Share on Social Media ``` “People often act from pain, fear, deprivation, or learned defense. That knowledge can guide a wiser response, but explanation is not exemption: the person causing harm remains responsible for what must change.” — Bryant McGill https://bryantmcgill.com/quotes/quotes-people-often-act-responsible-must-change ``` <!-- bryant-content-generator:end -->