Are you really bad at apologizing? Why is it hard to recognize your mistake, take ownership & correct it? Instead of letting a difficult situation define you, take this chance to show your strength, courage, and capacity for growth.

Welcome back to the Canned Fruit podcast with your hosts, Kia, Jessica, & Danielle!

In this incredible episode, we delve into why most people have a bit of a challenge with apologies, three barriers to apologies & how we identify with the different barriers. Moreover, we discuss the six components of a good apology, self-referencing versus external referencing apologies as well as recognizing your mistakes independent of how anyone else thinks.

Ultimately, we recognize the power of vulnerability, accepting that you need to apologize & to not expect anything in return. Let's embrace the opportunity to build stronger relationships through making amends!

During this episode, you will learn about:

[00:49] Introducing today's topic

[03:07] Three barriers to apologies

[04:47] How we identify with different apology barriers

[12:43] The hardest apologies & why it’s hard to admit that you made a mistake

[20:34] The connection between emotional intelligence & apologies

[22:15] Self-referencing apologies versus external referencing apologies

[24:24] Components of a good apology

[26:23] An in-depth look at a self-referencing apology with Kia

[36:29] Being on the receiving end of apologies

[41:38] Perceptions of weakness & the power of vulnerability in apologizing

[46:22] Our final thoughts

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Episode References & Resources

• Barriers to Apologizing and How to Overcome Them (Psychology Today)
• 7 Steps to a Genuine Apology
• The art of a heartfelt apology (Harvard Health Blog)

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