Learn How To Say Sorry!
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We all get ourselves into conflicts and disagreements. The wise thing to do is to apologize for your part in conflict, and leave it at that, do not force the other person to apologize too, even though you know they were wrong too. It is important to learn how to say sorry, at least for your part in the conflict. Remember that it takes two to tango. All you can do is to let the other person know how what they said or did made you feel or upset you. Using “I” statements are much wiser to use that saying “you” did this or that. Asking a question compared to making a statement is usually safer and less threatening to the other person.
A Simple Way To Remember What To Say When You Want To Apologize To Someone Is, “I Am Sorry, I Was Wrong, Please Accept My Apology” Hopefully They Will Admit Their Part In It The Hassle, But Do Not Expect It Or Demand It. Forgiveness Is A Command From God, But Reconciliation Is Not A Command.
It has been said that Friendships are the hardest ships to sail, and that is so very true, but on the other hand, friendship are so very valuable and worthwhile. Remember that you and I will get into situations where an apology would be very helpful, even if you know for sure that the situation was not all your fault. Humility goes a long way! ~ Bill Greguska
Matthew 6:15 But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Learn How To Say Sorry To Someone ~ Things To Consider Beforehand!
1. First, pray about it and decide if you really need to apologize.
2. Keep it simple, don’t think of it as a win or lose situation, let the truth in love be known.
3. Practice beforehand what you plan to say. Remember that God commands us to forgive one another, it takes two to tango.
4. Never say, “I’m sorry you feel that way.”
5. You don’t have to apologize for something you did not do. Be honest about your part in the conflict.
6. Do not say, “I am sorry if I hurt your feelings” Remember that healing and peace is the goal.
7. Know that an apology can grow your relationship. Kindness counts.
8. Be aware and be ready to re-frame the apology if it is too vague or too detailed, and if something more gentle could be better.
9. Say only what is needed to be said, keep it relatively brief but honest and transparent.
10. Make an extra effort to make things right, listen to the other person and ask a question or two..
11. Understand that your apology may not be accepted. Romans 12:18
12. Give yourself credit for wanting to try to make things right no matter what happens.
How To Forgive Someone Who Refuses To Say Sorry?
Learn How To Say Sorry To Someone?
- Use sincere body language. Make eye contact while keeping your body relaxed and angled toward the person you’re apologizing to.
- Use a natural tone of voice to show the other person you’re speaking from the heart. Avoid speaking in a stiff, flat tone.
- Always be honest and speak your truth without being condescending or rude.
- Say the other person’s name in your apology to convey respect and sincerity.
- Empathize with the other person. Put yourself in their shoes and consider how they feel so you can offer a more genuine and thoughtful apology.
Learn How To Say Sorry To Someone You Hurt?
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