One of the hardest things to do in life for somebody who has a stubborn streak is to apologize. Saying “I’m Sorry” just doesn’t always come easy. And, let’s face it, all of us are stubborn to some extent, right?
But, even though it is hard to say, when we finally build up the fortitude to apologize for something, it also makes us feel very good, don’t you think? It is rare that a person does not accept a sincere apology.
In a relationship like a marriage, the two people can get very bull headed and stubborn with each other. Sometimes, no matter how wrong the person is, they don’t want to say those two simple words that will make a whole problem disappear almost instantly.
You don't need a neon sign to say you're sorry - unless you want one!
You really should get into the habit of saying “I’m Sorry” and meaning it.
I'm Sorry!
One bad habit along these lines is if you insert the word “but” after I’m saying “I’m Sorry.” If you say “I’m sorry, but you know x, y and z.” well, you are just making excuses then. If you really are sorry, and feel that you were wrong, you really just need to say that you are sorry and leave it at that. No need for explaining it, telling the person why you did what you did. Just hearing “I’m Sorry” is what the other person wants to hear, and it will go a long way to resolving the wrong that you committed.
So, get into the habit of saying those two words that might come a little hard. When you let them out from your mouth, the hurt will go away and you will feel a whole lot better, like a weight has been lifted from your shoulders.
You won’t be sorry that you said “I’m Sorry.” It’s a very good habit to get into.
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