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When you’re in a relationship with someone, you’re bound to hurt their feelings every now and then. Offering a sincere, genuine apology (either in person or over text) can help smooth things over and get your relationship back on track. If you’re having trouble figuring out exactly what to say, read through this article for everything you need to know about apologizing to your boyfriend and getting his forgiveness.
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- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/how-to-say-sorry-and-mean-it
- ↑ https://hms.harvard.edu/sites/default/files/Departments/Ombuds%20Office/files/M.Wagner.ColumbiaUniversity.OmbudsOffice.ThePowerofApologies.pdf
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/apologies.html
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/speaking-about-trauma/202101/i-m-sorry-how-do-you-offer-real-apology
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-art-of-a-heartfelt-apology-2021041322366
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/friendship-20/201906/how-apologize-8-tips-keep-in-mind
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-art-of-a-heartfelt-apology-2021041322366
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/how-to-say-sorry-and-mean-it
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