Read the following paragraph and answer the question. Give ONLY the answer, no other words or explanation.

For example:

Answer: <most likely answer, as short as possible>.

Paragraph: He would n't blame them for his change , as they were n't entirely at fault . For this , the blame rested on his shoulders . After all , for one to change so considerably , one has to will it in some way or another , rather than be gradually altered by surroundings . He had unconsciously set himself up to accept defeat , allowed himself to drop a majority of his guard , abandon his dreams , even if he knew they meant absolutely nothing at this place .

Question: What may be a plausible fact about him ?
He is taking responsibility for his change .
He had unconsciously set himself up for defeat and abandoned his dreams.