Day 30 ~ March 1 ~ Amends
Quotes
“Anyone can make a mistake and run. It takes a special kind of person to make a mistake, admit to it and face the pain and discomfort that comes with making amends.” ~ Author unknown “An apology is the superglue of life. It can repair just about anything.” ~ Lynn Johnston |
Reflection
The other side of forgiveness is making amends, when it is you who has been - or needs to be - forgiven for hurt or wrongdoing you may have caused. As with forgiveness, the gift - to yourself and to whoever has been hurt or wronged - of making amends is revealed when it is given unconditionally from your heart. |
Affirmation
While I may feel ashamed of having said or done something, today it is clear to me that right relationship (with myself and others) is only possible to the extent that I am willing to feel remorse, take responsibility, and attempt to repair any harm I may have caused. |
Daily Action
Amends are reparation or compensation for injury. Make amends today. Offer a sincere apology to someone you may have hurt, and think of something else you can do to set things right. |
Action for Teens
Making amends means apologizing to someone you hurt and really meaning it. Think of someone you have hurt. Today, consider making amends to this person. A huge burden will be lifted for both of you. This simple act can heal relationships. Action for Children When you have hurt someone or done something wrong a heartfelt “I’m sorry” is important and necessary. Is there someone you should apologize to? Today is a good day to do that. |
Quotes
“It is the highest form of self-respect to admit our errors and mistakes and make amends for them.” ~ Dale E. Turner “It's not a person’s mistakes which define them - it’s the way they make amends.” ~ Freya North "Right actions in the future are the best apologies for bad actions in the past." ~ Tyron Edwards |
Inspirational Video: "How to Apologize"
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