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The Power of Self-Perception in Justifying Wrongdoing
The individual's belief that he did nothing wrong stems from the narrative he crafted for himself. In his view, the only fault lies in not paying attention. The prosecutors were surprised by the strength of their case against him, highlighting that negligence does not excuse improper actions. The individual's behavior is explained by his adamant self-perception that he committed no wrongdoing.