Suck It Up and Say You're Sorry

Suck It Up and Say You're Sorry: "Gulp. You feel a sting slide down your throat, swallowing your pride. With a look of shame and sorrow in your eyes, you muster the courage to say two of the most difficult words that can be muttered to your love -- 'I'm sorry.'
Apologizing is not an easy task. You probably get defensive long before you will finally admit that you are at fault. Not only does this waste time, it can put a heavy strain on the relationship.
Taking responsibility for your hurtful actions is an essential step toward restoring peace and demonstrating that you truly care. Having the courage to admit you are wrong is a sign of strength not weakness. An honest apology from the heart signifies you cherish your relationship and want to fix it.
In an ideal world, love means never having to say you're sorry. But in the real world, true love means being able to say you're sorry in a sincere way when you make a mistake."