Title: How to Apologize Sincerely and Effectively
Headings: How to Apologize More Sincerely
How to Apologize More Sincerely
Understand Reasons to Apologize
Know When to Apologize
Take Responsibility
Express Regret
What to Say When You Want to Apologize
Make Amends
Reaffirm Boundaries
Own Up to Your Part...Not Theirs
Apologize for the Right Reasons
Let Go of Results...to an Extent
A Word From Verywell

Content: You can decide where you stand on the apology after that. While a sincere apology can go a long way toward mending a relationship, people are often unwilling or unable to take this step. Admitting you were wrong can be difficult and humbling. Researchers have found that people who believe that personality is changeable are more likely to apologize for harmful actions. 1 ﻿ Because they feel that change is possible, they feel that accepting the blame for their mistakes is an opportunity for learning and growth. Take Responsibility
Taking responsibility means acknowledging mistakes you made that hurt the other person, and it's one of the most important and neglected ingredients of most apologies, especially those in the media. Saying something vague like, “I’m sorry if you were offended by something I said,” implies that the hurt feelings were a random reaction on the part of the other person. Saying, “When I said [the hurtful thing], I wasn’t thinking. I realize I hurt your feelings, and I’m sorry,” acknowledges that you know what it was you said that hurt the other person, and you take responsibility for it. Don't make assumptions and don't try to shift the blame.