Tyler Okimoto, author of the study, says we do find that apologies make apologizers feel a little better. However, refusing to apologize makes some people feel a LOT better and more in control of the situation. Okimoto also says that a voluntary apology feels a lot better than an apology on demand, which tends to make the wrong-doer feel threatened or coerced.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Some people have a really hard time apologizing. Why that is...
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As my entire life revolves around "It's all about me". I feel that apologies are not something that I will need to familiarize myself with.However Anne... feel free to ask. I might just make an exception for you!
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