Which term describes a technique used by the client to avoid taking responsibility for growth and to avoid staying in the 'now'?

Which term describes a technique used by the client to avoid taking responsibility for growth and to avoid staying in the 'now'?

• A. Boundary Disturbance
• B. Confluence
• C. Blaming Games
• D. Aboutism

Answer: (C)

Blaming Games describes a pattern where a client shifts responsibility for their problems onto others or external factors rather than owning their part. This defense keeps growth at arm’s length because real change requires self-reflection and accountability. By constantly pointing fingers, the client avoids being present with their own choices and behaviors in the moment, which stalls progress. For example, saying “It’s not my fault I’m stuck here—the situation is everyone else’s fault” is a classic use of this pattern. Other options involve boundary issues, losing a sense of self through merging with others, or deflecting by focusing on others’ behavior, but none target the deliberate projection of responsibility as directly as blaming others to avoid growth.

Blaming Games describes a pattern where a client shifts responsibility for their problems onto others or external factors rather than owning their part. This defense keeps growth at arm’s length because real change requires self-reflection and accountability. By constantly pointing fingers, the client avoids being present with their own choices and behaviors in the moment, which stalls progress. For example, saying “It’s not my fault I’m stuck here—the situation is everyone else’s fault” is a classic use of this pattern. Other options involve boundary issues, losing a sense of self through merging with others, or deflecting by focusing on others’ behavior, but none target the deliberate projection of responsibility as directly as blaming others to avoid growth.