How to accept an apology

How to respond to an apology: Learn effective and graceful tips for acknowledging apologies and maintaining healthy communication.

Heartfelt apologies can be tough; admitting you were wrong requires introspection, humbling yourself, being vulnerable. But the gracelessness of the person accepting the apology too often exacerbates an already uncomfortable situation. Redditor u/shakakhon posted in r/LifeProHacks about the worst way to react to an apology:

When dealing with someone with narcissistic personality disorder, you want to be mindful of their actions over their words. Don’t be easily fooled by apologies. It’s easy for them to make bold promises, especially when they feel threatened in a relationship. Sometimes you want to believe that they’re remorseful. But other times, you know that

How To Sincerely Apologize To Someone You Hurt. A sincere apology is one of the most powerful tools we have for repairing relationships.

'It's okay' is not a reply that suffices while responding to an apology and this therapist is giving all sorts of alternative they can use.