At this point, saying "I'm sorry" when I'm not at fault or did no wrong is a habit, a habit that needs to go. For one, it makes you look insecure, unsure, and small. Secondly, it makes you feel guilty or maybe ashamed. Lastly, it makes the recipient feel more superior, fueling their confidence. They'll expect others in the future to apologize to them regardless of who's right and wrong, rarely doing so themselves.
Stop saying "I'm sorry" if you didn't do anything! Here's a list of phrases to say instead.
WARNING: Think first. Did you in fact make a mistake? That's a good time to apologize...
Sorry (Not Sorry)
1. Okay, sounds good...
2. I like that idea...
3. I'll try that next time...
4. That's a good point...
5. I'll take it into consideration...
6. I'll ask for more specifics next time...
7. I like what you're thinking...
8. I see where you're going...
9. I see where you're coming from, but actually...
10. Here's what I was told...
11. Let's find ways to ensure this doesn't happen again...
12. Let's try to communicate better next time...
13. I understand your perspective but...
14. Thanks for letting me know...
15. Thanks for sharing this with me...
16. Thanks for informing me...
17. Thanks for bringing that up...
18. I'm glad I know now...
19. I'll try that in the future...
20. Here's what I was thinking...
21. I'm happy you brought that up...
22. Interesting point but I thought we could do this...
23. That's an interesting concept...
24. Interesting, I hadn't thought about it like that before...
25. How interesting, I hadn't considered that...
26. I hear you...
27. I'll think about that one...
28. That's a good one...
Thanks for visiting! Let me know in the comments if you think of more ways! With your permission, I'll add them to the list!
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1. Image by KR Romm from Pixabay
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