Yesterday I explained a relationship lesson on my Facebook
page that had to do with making an apology right. Anyone can say their sorry,
and almost anyone can admit when they are or were wrong, but few (and I mean
FEW) can say what can I do to make it right. Looking back on my own stubborn
and selfish ways, I can see how I lost many days of growth holding on to an
apology, or worse, not asking how I could make it right afterwards. What I don’t
want is for anyone to ever fall short like I did. I know it may be an almost
impossible challenge, but I want to stress to you how important it is to follow
steps 1, 2 and 3 together.
Can you imagine being in a relationship and NEVER being able
to properly apologize? It happens more than you think, because most people
believe just saying “I’m sorry” is enough to cover the wrong. Well, that in itself
is more wrong than the wrong committed. Sometimes, you have to go above and
beyond what you think you need to in order to correct your error.
Lastly once you’ve correctly apologized, don’t be the kind
of person who waits around to see if they accept the apology. You’ve done your
job, so now it’s off you. Whether they accept it or not, constantly asking them
to move on or impatiently harping on them isn’t the way to go. It might be good
to give them room to properly assess what just happened. Let them come to you
if they need the time but continue to be loving, supportive and by all means,
continue to be IN the relationship. If they can't or won't accept the apology, then that's another relationship lesson altogether...
No comments:
Post a Comment