In any marriage there will be spats and thus occasions for apologizing. It just makes sense to apologize and continue with your loving relationship. But sometimes that seems very hard.
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Some things to consider as you wait for the other one to apologize.
– The one who apologizes first is the stronger and braver one.
– When you start with the apologies, it helps the other apologize too. You’ve set the tone for safety, humility and honesty for the relationship.
– The longer you hold onto the hurt, sadness or anger, the more hurt, sad or angry you become, and things escalate from there. Just end that. Apologize.
– Your relationship becomes stronger when you are humble and vulnerable enough to admit your part in the conflict.
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Note: Your apology has to be genuine and complete – more than just “I’m sorry.”