Визначення та Значення "[stew] in {one's} own [juice]"

What is the origin of the idiom "stew in one's own juice" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "stew in one's own juice" is somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have come from the culinary world. When one stews food in its own juices, one allows it to simmer and cook slowly in its flavorful liquid, resulting in the food absorbing its own flavors and becoming tender. In the figurative sense, "stewing in one's own juice" is used to suggest that individuals must deal with the outcomes, whether positive or negative, of their choices and actions.