What to say when someone apologizes for hurting you?
Try saying: “Thank you, I needed to hear this apology. I really am hurt.” Or, “I appreciate your apology. I need time to think about it, and I need to see a change in your actions before I can move forward with you.” Don’t attack the transgressor, as hard as it may be to hold back in the moment.
How do you know if he’s truly sorry?
He doesn’t get condescending. Things like “I’m sorry you feel that way,” “That wasn’t my intention, but sorry you’re offended,” and the like are not real apologies.
Is it okay to say “I’m Sorry I upset you” instead of “non-apology”?
That kind of “non-apology” just makes it worse. I don’t see anything wrong with your phrasing, assuming you are unsure if the person you’re apologizing to is actually upset. Usually, it’s pretty clear if they are or they aren’t upset. If this is actually the case, “I’m sorry I upset you” is the more appropriate apology.
Why do people say “I’m sorry for what I did”?
They are not apologizing for what they did; they are apologizing for the other person incorrectly reacting to their words or actions. You say this when you aren’t really apologizing, but need to smooth the way to future conversation. If you really want to apologize, you say ‘I’m sorry’ and maybe why.
What is the best way to apologize to someone who is upset?
Usually, it’s pretty clear if they are or they aren’t upset. If this is actually the case, “I’m sorry I upset you” is the more appropriate apology. 8 clever moves when you have $1,000 in the bank.
What happens if you don’t apologize sincerely?
If you cannot apologize sincerely, don’t do it. That kind of “non-apology” just makes it worse. I don’t see anything wrong with your phrasing, assuming you are unsure if the person you’re apologizing to is actually upset. Usually, it’s pretty clear if they are or they aren’t upset.