[eyedigress]

One thing I learned early of people is they project their understanding of themselves upon others and honestly expect the same return. That is the proverbial box that you fight. If you see that box then as we say to the Fat Lady, Game Over.

[proud_yank]

One thing I learned early of people is they project their understanding of themselves upon others and honestly expect the same return. That is the proverbial box that you fight.

Exactly, very well-put. You can see that become very predominant with politicians and people's perception of them. Especially when a party is in a minority position and feels 'beat up'.