How to Apologize to Your Children
Genuine apologies model accountability and strengthen the parent-child relationship after ruptures.
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Example Prompt
Help me apologize to my [AGE]-year-old for [WHAT HAPPENED - yelling/being unfair/breaking a promise/overreacting/not listening]. I want to take responsibility without excuses, explain what I'll do differently, and rebuild trust. Give me a script and advice on what makes an apology effective versus harmful with kids.
Pro Tip
Apologize when you're calm rather than immediately because a regulated apology is more meaningful.
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