What is an Apology? (and what does Forgiveness even mean?) (Patreon)

Good morning!

Today, I'll explore in-depth what an effective apology can look like, based on my own experience and dating examples. (Content Warning from 12:19 - 16:02, I refer to some trauma related to sexual assault. I stay vague but understand if you'd rather skip that topic altogether.)

Beyond how we atone with words and actions, I discuss what "forgiveness" even looks like. Does it mean we erase what happened? Does it mean we can never get mad about it again? Let's chat.

Chapters:

00.00 Intro
00.57 Saying the words
03.13 The impulse to spiral
04.56 When do we clarify intent?
06.59 What’s the plan of action?
07.32 Example - When I was cheated on
11.03 How does trust get rebuild?
12.19 Example - When sex set off my trauma triggers
16.54 What does forgiveness even mean?
20.22 Outro

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Morgan