Why do we even feel the need to justify and defend ourselves? Is it just a question of conditioning? Or maybe a reflection of our mostly outward focused thoughts
Justification is rooted in external focus. Wanting to prove things to others.
Can I make inner guidance and impulses, gut feelings, reason enough for me?
I’m guilty of constantly looking for or asking for justification. “Why would she do that?”
Looking for justification is hunting for reason. I feel that if I can understand the reason for someone’s actions I can predict future ones
Justification keeps us tied to the past
Asking for justification is also used as a means of control. If people know they will have to explain/defend themselves they may think twice about straying outside of accepted norms