In family mediation, people have often made choices, or behaved in ways which they regret.  These can have caused pain / anger for the offended person. Can an apology help? it depends.  If there will be an ongoing relationship e.g. co-parenting, then an apology may help create some space to begin that path together.

Apologies if offered need to be made thoughtfully and appropriately - when and where? what can you say? what are you willing to take responsibility for? 

In his book, "On Apology" by Aaron Lazare, he focuses on the evolution of apologies and the elements of apologies. Next week, the companion episode, Why should I forgive?

Also if you are interested in more Map the Maze, please use the link to download my guide to preparation for family mediation.