For some people, it isn’t that easy to say I’m sorry

I never thought that I had this problem. To me, saying sorry should be a mandatory expression of vulnerable expression of remorse and whenever we have caused direct or indirect suffering for someone or a group of people.

From a societal lens, Saying sorry is a sign of weakness, and in most cultures, this is unacceptable.

From a gender perspective, masculinity frowns upon vulnerability and saying sorry is a trait for women or the weak.

I view vulnerability as an opportunity to build trust. It isn’t easy to choose to say sorry when wanting to be right is more tempting.

Apologising relaxes the tension of the day and relaxes moments of anger and anxiety.

The next time you’re convinced to give in to the ego and prove your corrected ness, choose to say I’m sorry the moment you recognise the suffering your action or inaction caused. Choose to alleviate the suffering of others by apologising and aiming to learn from your mistakes.

You might be surprised at the direction your relationships will take, whether it be in business or personally.

Choose to be vulnerable.

Choose to alleviate suffering.