✅ Daily Living Skills (ADLs & IADLs) *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

13.54 – Practicing “Repair Statements” After Saying Something You Regret: Everyone occasionally speaks from frustration and later wishes they hadn’t. Repair statements are bridges that restore trust after tension. Begin by acknowledging your words honestly—“I realize what I said was hurtful, and I’m sorry.” Avoid excuses; sincerity carries more weight than explanation. Follow up with accountability by describing how you’ll improve next time. Listening afterward is as important as apologizing—let the other person share their feelings without interruption. Body language should match your words—soft tone, steady eye contact, and open posture. When handled with authenticity, repair statements rebuild safety faster than avoidance. They also show maturity and humility, traits that strengthen relationships over time. Learning to own mistakes out loud trains emotional intelligence. Each repair you make turns communication into healing rather than harm. Over time, people trust that your words hold honesty even when imperfection shows, deepening connection and mutual growth.

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