Favorite Quotations ~  Apologies Power of Apology: Healing Steps to Transform All Your Relationships

"If it's a good idea . . . go ahead and do it. It is much easier to apologize than it is to get permission." ~ Grace Hopper

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The five most essential words for a healthy relationship: I apologize and You are right. ~ Terry Duke

A general rule of etiquette is that one apologizes for the unfortunate occurrence, but the unthinkable is unmentionable. ~ Judith Martin

Apology reminds us that each person (including ourselves) deserves to be respected and treated fairly. ~ Beverly Engel

Apologies are the art of spiritual housekeeping. They help to put and keep our lives in order. ~ Julia Cameron

An apology is the super glue of life it can repair just about anything. ~ Lynn Johnston

Never apologize for showing feeling. When you do so, you apologize for the truth. ~ Benjamin Disraeli

I have nothing definite to apologize for; I'm just sorry about everything in general. ~ Ashleigh Brilliant

Men are taught to apologize for their weaknesses, women for their strengths. ~ Lois Wyse

Never ruin an apology with an excuse. ~ Kimberly Johnson

Apology is a lovely perfume; it can transform the clumsiest moment into a gracious gift. ~ Margaret Lee Runbeck