In marriage, you will inevitably hurt your partner\'s feelings.
In marriage, you will inevitably hurt your partner\'s feelings. How you apologize determines the longevity of your union.A bad apology sounds like: 'I am sorry you felt offended when I said that.' This deflects blame. A genuine apology follows a three-step framework: 1. Acknowledge the specific wrong ('I was wrong to snap at you'). 2. Validate their feelings ('I understand why that made you feel unappreciated'). 3. Formulate a plan to change ('Next time, I will take a breath before speaking').
Ego has no place in a healthy marriage. Apologize quickly and completely.