How to Say Sorry for Saying Mean Things to Your Mom

Parents can be frustrating at times. Actions of theirs that they view as protective or responsible behavior may feel stifling or unfair to you. Every now and then, you may even find that you lash out and say something to your mother that you immediately regret. If you were recently nasty to your mom, giving her a heartfelt apology is one of the best ways to let her know that you regret what you said, and to repair the bond between you.

Instructions

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      Relax and remember that mothers tend to be very patient. You may have hurt your mom's feelings, but she will not hold what you said to her against you. Knowing this can help ease your anxiety about apologizing to her.

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      Talk with your mother privately. A heartfelt apology is best delivered one on one.

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      Tell your mother that you regret what you said, and accept responsibility for your actions. Saying that you're sorry is a good start, but you also have to admit your mistake.

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      Propose a way to make communication between the two of you more constructive. Perhaps you can think of a way for the two of you to handle disagreements without resorting to shouting, name-calling or blame-placing.

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      Accept your mother's reaction to your apology and do not push her for immediate forgiveness. Most mothers will be happy with an apology, but if you said something that was particularly nasty, your mom may need a little extra time to process the apology and heal.

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