Ways to Say “I’m Sorry”

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We are all only human, and prone to mistakes. If you want the relationship to be as strong and as meaningful as it started, and don’t want to lose a friend or love, you may have to apologizer. As most things are in life, easier said than done. So im offering a few ideas that may help you along the way!

I’m sure there comes a time in every ones life when they need to say im sorry.

The best way is to contact the person you hurt or upset, and show some regret for what you’ve done. This works more on minor offenses, like canceling plans or not responding to a text. Tell them how sorry you are and make a plan to amend the situation.

One great way to make up for canceling plans would be to set up another date, or reschedule. If you canceled with a loved one, then it’s always nice to surprise them with a makeup date. You could cook your significant other a beautiful meal when they get home from a long day at work. This is a great plan. Another idea would be telling that person to meet with you after work at a place conveniently located near a favorite restaurant. This is a great surprise, its out to dinner night, and it shows you are truly sorry for missing some one on one time.

Cards always say it better than most people can. Forgive me cards with big teddy bears and soft crying eyes. Greeting cards even have apologies for missing birthdays and anniversaries.

With the magic of the Internet, I’m sorry, is a click away! You can send many e-cards for free; send five, if you’re really sorry. Those great flash animations and romantic poetry will show just how sorry you truly are.

If you really want to get personal, you can write a letter. Taking the time to physically write out an apology works wonders. It shows that you take the time to truly be sorry, and you take the time because you care. Also, some people have a hard time with words and confrontation. This method may be great because it gets all the emotion out at once, without confrontation. You can leave a small note on the refrigerator, the bathroom mirror, or the bed.  

Finally, when the person we hurt is a loved one, say spouse or relationship related. Nothing says im sorry better than a box of dark chocolate, a bottle of wine and a message. This is usually a great way to smooth out those hard feelings. You can draw up a bubble bath, light some candles, and play some of their favorite music. Just don’t put the radio to close to the bathtub. That may be one I’m sorry that can’t be said