A true apology

Excuse is the biggest hindrance for an apology. Never ruin an apology with an excuse. Apology is superficial if it doesn’t come from a place of realisation and commitment to change; it is a way of saying 'I take responsibility for my mistake and I am truly sorry about it, I will take necessary measures for change and I will ensure I won’t repeat the same mistake again.’ Every opportunity for a true apology is also an opportunity for finding solution to a problem and healing to a strained relationship. When we take responsibility over our mistake(s) and 'make necessary steps' towards change, we ARE being apologetic in action. That’s the true apology.

Practical applications for life:

1. Realise and take responsibility over your mistake(s).

2. Commit yourself to make a change.

3. Have the boldness and humility to communicate your apology to the person who you owe an apology.

4. Take necessary steps towards change .