Have you ever wondered why it is so hard for some people to apologize? Apologies are almost impossible from a place of shame. Being able to say “I am sorry” requires a solid foundation of self-worth. A meaningful apology can transform a relationship in a positive way but an apology can also fall short and have the opposite effect. What constitutes an effective apology? And how do we, as parents, grandparents and educators, allow our children to learn the art of apologizing?