HOW TO APOLOGIZE_sandbox

Some people apologize without really meaning it. More people don’t apologize at all.

Saying it – authentically – shows you care. It helps repair trust in the relationship.

HOW TO GIVE A GOOD APOLOGY:

Acknowledge your responsibility (and do it as soon as possible!)
Explain what happened without making excuses
Express genuine remorse
Offer to make amends (and be sure to follow through if you promise to change your behavior)

Watch this 7 minute video from Dr. Tracy Marks to learn how to apologize effectively.

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