chicklette:

wearitcounts:

not to be fake deep but admitting you fucked up and saying you’re sorry is 100000000x more rewarding than defending flawed views or thoughtless if unintentionally so actions, 10/10 would recommend, it’s not losing face it’s earning respect

This is literally how you know you’re an adult.  “I’m sorry I snapped at you.  I’m cranky but that doesn’t excuse taking it out on you.”  “I’m sorry I screwed this vital thing up.  I thought I had it under control and didn’t.  Can we fix it by xyz?”  “I’m sorry I forgot we had plans tonight.  I was distracted, but this is important to you.  Let’s do the thing!” 

A sincere I’m sorry are two of the most powerful words in the English language.