It's not uncommon in a conflicted atmosphere for our belief-about-the-beliefs of someone else (or another group) to become colored and skewed by our own frustrations. That happens to all of us sometimes - both in and outside of our homes.
I can't believe you think this (ridiculous thing).
But, of course, they don't think that thing is ridiculous at all. In fact, they're quick to point out that it's you who are fundamentally misunderstanding (or misrepresenting) how they think. That's why a reconciliation and restoration of peace often depend on a break-through moment when one (or both) finally say - "Oh, okay. Now I understand what you really think."
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