How to Genuinely Apologize and Not F*ck It Up

We're human beings. Which means that inevitably we are going to both need to apologize at times, and be deserving of an apology at other points. And we often fuck it up royally. For a genuine, sincere apology, you have to mean what you say. Intention matters here. A true apology means genuine care, taking accountability, identifying the mistake, followed by changed behaviour - and sustaining that change, to the best of your abilities. You have to be willing to change your behaviour, to grow and learn from the experience. This requires empathy, compassion and understanding how the other person feels, especially based on their unique history and biography. True apologies are HARD. They require us to take full and total responsibility for our actions. We have to acknowledge we've done something wrong while also knowing that we can do better. When we hang onto a deep belief of needing to be right, we close ourselves off from intimacy.  When we can acknowledge and own up to our mistakes, however, it creates connection. It's a reminder that we are all humans who make mistakes, and that act of vulnerability and courage give way to deeper connection. Today we're talking how to apologize sincerely, and how NOT to apologize - you're going to want to pay attention to this one!   Plus..... WORK WITH ME: I've opened up new spaces for 1:1 clients! Book a one-time breakthrough session, or we can work together for a longer period if you're looking for additional support. Let's chat.   REFERENCES Episode #241, How to Have Hard Conversations & Improve Communication Episode #126, Forgiveness Isn't Found, It's Earned: Doing the Inner Work Episode #78, Sorry, But Stop Apologizing   Questions?  Comments? Want to connect and chat about this episode? You can email me at [email protected], or DM me over on Instagram @emilygoughcoach or Facebook at Emily Gough Coaching.  I would absolutely love to connect with you and thank you for listening in real life and here any takeaways you had from this or other episodes!.  It makes me day to see you listening to the podcast and fills me up with pure joy. Seriously.  See you on the 'gram! If Instagram and Facebook aren't your jam, send me a good old fashioned email!  [email protected] BRAND NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY Find Emily Online: Emily Gough Coaching Room to Grow Podcast