Are You Destroying Trust Without Realizing It? The Apology You Owe

Did you know that holding onto pride could be the biggest threat to your relationship? Let me explain why.

According to Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Languages of Apology, true forgiveness and reconciliation can only happen when there’s an honest apology. And science backs this up. A study from the University of Miami in 2019 found that couples who apologize sincerely are 40% more likely to rebuild trust after a conflict. Without an apology, resentment grows, and trust breaks down over time.

So, how can you start fixing things today?

Step 1: Take responsibility. Acknowledge what you did wrong without making excuses.

Step 2: Be sincere. Say, I’m sorry, and mean it. Your partner can feel the difference between a real apology and an empty one.

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Sources:

University of Miami (2019). "The Role of Apologies in Rebuilding Trust."

Chapman, G. (2006). "The 5 Languages of Apology."