Fights, arguments, and misunderstandings are the three things that can turn your companionship upside down. No relationship ...

In addition to authenticity, there are three components to any good apology, wrote UT Austin professor and vice provost Art Markman in Fast Company this week: You need to accept responsibility, ...

Social missteps, oversights, and even downright hurtful behaviors are, unfortunately, a regular part of relationships... and so are the phrases “I’m sorry” or “I apologize.” Maintaining relationships ...

Want to stay current with Arthur’s writing? Sign up to get an email every time a new column comes out. Apologizing well, after all, is tricky. It requires personal strength, a good ear, and a fair bit ...

Saying you're sorry is never easy, but knowing what to say in response to an apology can be even trickier. Add in the lack of face-to-face communication that happens over text, and you've got yourself ...

Q: How do I apologize at work? A: We’ve all been on the receiving end of a bad apology and know that it can often make the situation even worse. The first and most important part of any apology is ...

Husband embracing shoulders of crying offended wife proposing to reconcile Source: Fizkes/Istockphotos The context of apologies are relationships, be they between partners, friends, families, or ...