British conflict resolution often prioritizes workable outcomes over establishing precisely who was right and wrong. “Sorting it out” means finding a way forward, not necessarily determining the truth of the past. This allows for settlements without determination of fault, agreements to disagree, and simply letting things go.
The underlying logic is that life continues—people must work and live together regardless of past conflicts. Pursuing complete justice is expensive and sometimes impossible; practical resolution serves ongoing life. This does not mean justice never matters, but British culture accepts proportionality: minor conflicts may be resolved practically, preserving resources for matters that genuinely require thorough resolution.
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