Is it easy for you to apologize when you do something wrong?

@arkaf61 (10881)
Canada
February 10, 2007 2:11am CST
I never really have a problem apologizing when I realize I'm wrong, but I have many friends that would do anything to avoid apologizing to someone. I wonder what makes it difficult for them. WHat about you, is it easy for you to apologize?
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• United States
10 Feb 07
Yes and no. While I have no problem admitting that I have screwed up, I have the hardest time admitting it to that person. It is usually the hardest when I made a conscience decision to say or do something that might be hurtful. Accidents obtain immediate and profuse apologies. Some people just don't like to admit that they may be or are wrong about anything...ever. It is a pride issue or just plain embarassment. The most important thing is whether or not you actually mean the apology or if it is just to save face. I will never ever make a false apology to someone. That is worse that whatever it is you did to start with.
@aizavel (558)
• Philippines
10 Feb 07
um thats a nice comment yes, i thin its hard to say sorry... :0)
@arkaf61 (10881)
• Canada
10 Feb 07
I completely agree that a false apology is worse than no apology at all. And you're wright, some people might just be embarrassed about apologizing. In any case, it is a difficult thing to do. To stand there and say" Ok. i was wrong. " or " i made a mistake"
• Saint Vincent And The Grenadines
10 Feb 07
Well i think that it depends on what is that which you have wrong and how you are, the type of character that you have. Some people have a big pride, that doesn't let them apologize even when they know they are wrong, whereas others don't have that problem. I think it's good to be able to admit our own faults, that makes us stronger, not weaker, and people will trust us more since they will see we're true people.
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@arkaf61 (10881)
• Canada
12 Feb 07
Exactly some people see it a sign of weakness - i really don't understand why. admitting we are wrong and apologizing is the right thing to do, I'm glad we all agree:)
@budsr03 (2350)
• Canada
10 Feb 07
If and when i realize my mistake(s)i certainly will apologize. I don't do it for myself to feel better, i do it because i owe it and it eats away at me inside. Take care Arkaf61.
@arkaf61 (10881)
• Canada
12 Feb 07
Yes you're completely right.WE do owe it don't we? YOu take care too, my friend thanks for your answer
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@aizavel (558)
• Philippines
10 Feb 07
I dont have any problems in saying sorry... maybe because they are too egoistical? some people are like that... :0)
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@arkaf61 (10881)
• Canada
10 Feb 07
I guess you're right. Admitting that we're wrong might be a bit difficult to some people. It's kind of a defense mechanism that doesn't want us feeling bad about ourselves.
@Jleivang (374)
• India
10 Feb 07
Apologizing is hard. But, I apologize if i make a mistake. There is nothing we can lose by saying Sorry. But, Our sorry should be sincere. It's a way we can make our relationships to get going.
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@arkaf61 (10881)
• Canada
12 Feb 07
Yes I agree. SOme things just facilitate our relationships with other.
@Denmarkguy (1845)
• United States
25 Feb 07
This is an interesting question. On the surface, it is quite easy for me to apologize if I have done something wrong. However, what exactly "wrong" is can be up for discussion, sometimes. What about those situations where I did something that I believed to be "right," and in the greater sense of the world, the outcome was "the right one," yet the other person involved in the situation was upset about and thought it was "wrong?" Perhaps a relative I did something for that made their life better, but they are angry because my actions forced them to DEAL with the problem, rather than ignore it? In that situation, it is difficult for me to make (at least) a SINCERE apology.
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@lonewolfnan (4366)
• Canada
16 Feb 07
If i am wrong and someone can prove it,then I have no problem admitting to it and moving on after thanking them for clearing up my error.However,if I am right and they say I am wrong,then I will stand up for my beliefs. I love to share thoughts and ideas.I like to debate on things without trying to change their opinions as I like to look at things from all sides.But I do have problems with people who will not accept that they made a mistake.
@bluewings (3857)
25 Feb 07
I find it easy to admit my fault ,when I know that I erred and after I apologise I feel better knowing that I did the right thing.Also,I feel more guilty not apologizing,when both of us know I was wrong.However,I find it difficult to bend before arrogant people.If I do something wrong with them,then whether I apologize or not depends on the seriousness of my fault.