They can be assumptions because life is complex & sometimes people tell themselves convenient lies to make themselves feel better.
It depends on the circumstances.
It depends on the circumstances.
Sometimes having control over your fight-or-flight reaction is better for you, personally, given your value system, than say trampeling fellow coworkers in a panic on your way out the door.
Don't judge too harshly people who don't share your starry-eyed view of the world. Let them have their peace if they're so resolved.