Coffin Corner

~TIP OF THE DAY~

This Valentine's week, deepen your relationship while revving it up. Try this:

When hurtful behavior has sent your relationship into the deep freeze, partners must be willing to give and accept apologies. Why? 

Because the primary purpose of apology is to restore connection and bring about reconciliation. 

Sincerity and follow-through are crucial to the process. You have to walk the walk, not just talk the talk. Remember, however, that sincere apology is never submission. It is never to defend your ego. 

Apologies must come from your core values and focus on the hurt inflicted on your partner. Then you have to decide how you can make up for the wrong you have done.