Apologies only account for that which they do not alter.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Saying sorry does not fix the actual damage caused.
- In plain terms
- Apologies do not undo harm.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on repair, not just words.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is an apology enough?
- What action will make it right?
Another view
Apologies can still validate feelings.
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