Apology ecards

What a thoughtful apology can say

Name what you did and its impact, without following it with an excuse. Say what you’ll do differently, and avoid asking the recipient to reassure you. An ecard can open a conversation, but it doesn’t replace changed behavior or give you a right to forgiveness.

A few words to get you started

• I’m sorry I let you down. I should have followed through, and I understand why you’re hurt.

• What I said was unkind. I’m sorry. I’ll listen when you’re ready, and I’ll respect it if you need space.