When we were younger my mom would often repeat the phrase “just say okay” to my siblings and I whenever we were being particularly bratty, or trying to explain our way out of mistakes we had made or feelings we had hurt.
Sometimes, when someone tells you that you did something wrong, you just gotta say “okay.”
It’s surprising to me how when I say okay now, it’s almost like ripping the egotistical bandaid off. really helps me own up to my mistakes.. and now usually the “okay” is followed with “I’m sorry”
My sister and I will “just say okay” each other when we’re arguing but not being heard. helps us practice swallowing our pride for just a minute & really turns the whole conversation around in a matter of seconds
Mar 26, 2024
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I had a conflict with someone earlier today. We were both wrong. Each had our share of sub-par behavior.
At first I didn't want to apologize, even though I knew I'd screwed up: I didn't want to do anything to distract them from their error.
But then I thought about it: what do I really want here? I want a relationship with this person. I don't want bad blood between us. I'd much rather have reconciliation and resolution than preserve my pride.
So I decided that I didn't care if they apologized or owned their stuff. I'd just focus on my side of it, worry about that only, and make sure my own slate was cleared.
And of course once I'd apologized then they did too. If I hadn't then who knows how long it would have been until reconciliation. So totally worth it.
It's sad that some friendships end or families splinter because neither person is willing to say sorry first.
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