How to Say I'm Sorry After a Big Fight
Saying sorry after a huge argument can be very difficult to do, especially if you feel particularly worried about how somebody will react when you next speak to him. However, apologizing sincerely and properly is a fundamental skill involved in building positive and long-lasting relationships, and if you believe you were in the wrong, saying sorry will be necessary. Although it may take some confidence, the actual process of apologizing doesn't have to be complicated.
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Give a gesture of goodwill. When you see the person with whom you argued, bring her an "olive branch," that is, a small gift or symbol of your intent to make things better. For a more personal touch, consider making something from scratch; for instance, bake her a cake.
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Ask if the other person feels ready to talk. This demonstrates that you're treating him with respect and sensitively, suggesting that it's his choice whether to talk or not.
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Apologize straightforwardly, without trying to lay the blame on anything else. Although other things might have influenced how you behaved, you still need to admit responsibility for your own actions and ask for forgiveness.
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Offer to take her somewhere nice or to do something fun. This suggests that you have enthusiasm for repairing the bond between the two of you and that you'd like to start immediately.
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