# 38. Whatever you blame controls you

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Podcast: [The Dialog](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dialog-7546821)
Published: 2026-06-30T20:25:08+00:00
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## Resource

Blame feels productive because it gives us an explanation. Responsibility feels harder because it demands action. In this episode of The Dialog, Josh and Nick explore why so many people search for someone to blame—God, their parents, society, their circumstances—and why that mindset quietly robs them of the power to change. They discuss the problem of evil, self-awareness, depression, responsibility, leadership, and why meaning is often found through serving others rather than focusing on ourselves. If you've ever wrestled with unfair circumstances, difficult emotions, or the tension between fault and responsibility, this conversation offers a different way to think about growth. Because the moment you stop asking, "Who's to blame?" you can finally start asking, "What can I do now?" Follow Josh Craft on Instagram by clicking here Follow Nick Surface on Instagram by clicking here Get more information and get in touch at joshuacraft.com

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