I like people who apologize
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I like people who apologize
A proper apology
consists of conveying the 3 Rs:
regret (genuine empathy with the other)
responsibility (not blaming someone else)
and remedy (your willingness to fix it).
Kevin Kelly • Excellent Advice for Living
A good rule of thumb is to take the word that out of your apology. Instead of saying, “I’m sorry that…”, start by saying, “I’m sorry I…” This acknowledges upfront that you were the one responsible for the hurt and goes farther than “I’m sorry that you feel that way” ever will.
Deb Liu • Admitting You Are Wrong
Apologizing for slow replies is a symptom of unrealistic demands in an always-on culture. How quickly people answer you is rarely a sign of how much they care about you. It’s usually a reflection of how much they have on their plate.