Most people are inclined to blame either themselves or others for whatever they consider wrong.
Some people like to blame mostly others, some prefer to blame themselves.
Neither way is profitable, or will bring peace of mind. If we understand that every human being has these tendencies, then we may be less inclined to blame or be upset or take offence and more inclined to accept with equanimity. We may be more prone to work on these negatives when we become aware of them in ourselves. Sloth refers to the body, torpor to the mind. These five are easily discernible in oneself and others.