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How to accept an apology

Name: How to accept an apology
Uploaded: 2024-10-07T14:00:21+00:00
Duration: 55 s
Channel: Shanli Liu, CPA, CTP
Description: In this concise instructional video, the speaker outlines three effective ways to respond when someone offers an apology. First, if you are ready to…

7 Oct 2024 · 1 min

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In this concise instructional video, the speaker outlines three effective ways to respond when someone offers an apology. First, if you are ready to accept, simply say, “I accept your apology,” thereby completing the relational circle. Second, if the apology concerns a serious issue and you need more time, acknowledge the effort with a statement like, “I acknowledge your apology; I still need time to process this,” which respects the apologizer while being honest about your feelings. Third, a straightforward option is to thank the person, e.g., “Thank you for apologizing.” Throughout, the speaker cautions against minimizing or dismissing the apology, emphasizing that genuine acknowledgment supports healthier communication.

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How to accept an apology. Number 1, instead of saying it's okay when it's not. In those situations when an apology is necessary, saying it's okay is like saying I'm not deserving of this apology. I'm not worthy of this apology. No more. Instead, you're going to accept the apology if that's what you want to do. And it's as easy as saying, I accept your apology. You lean into it. They've offered it, you accept it, it completes the circle. Number 2, if it's something more serious and you're not ready to accept their apology, then don't. It's okay to wait. But you do need to acknowledge what they said. For example, "I acknowledge your apology. I still need time to process this," or "I still need time to think about this." Here, you're respecting the fact that they apologized and still being honest with your feelings. Number 3, one of the easiest responses is simply to thank them. "Thank you for apologizing." But whatever you do, don't minimize it and don't push it away. And that's how to accept an apology. So try that and follow me.