Make a practice of pausing before you speak, text, send an email, or post something online. Are you reacting? Is it necessary to say what you’re about to say? Is it necessary to say it now? Is there a kinder or more tender way you can express yourself? We can’t do anything about whether people make amends to us, but we can control when we make amends. An “I’m sorry” can go a long way. Practice saying this when it’s appropriate.
