Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Creative ways to say 'I'm sorry'

The end of the year is a great time to make new friends, connect with old ones and also to apologize to those whom we have wronged. Carrying a grudge over your shoulder would hinder you from fully 'letting go' and enjoying yourself as grudges saps a lot of energy from you(and prevents you from channeling your energy to more fun and productive activities). So I thought I should list down some creative ways to apologise to anyone (your boss, close friend, family member, spouse etc). It is a great feeling to forgive and be forgiven. Just try it and you'll know what I mean. Happy holidays!













1.) Apology Gifts
Send a gift, or better yet, make a small gift for someone to say tht you are sorry. Does not have to be expensive, a small token item would be sufficient. The fact that you took time to make the item should make the other party feel special and happy. Some gift making ideas includes bookmarks, paperweight, pencil holder and self made jewelleries.

2.) Using music/songs
Music/songs are charms to soothe the heart, so a little song might be just what you need to mend hurt feelings. You can try something old school like dedicating a song on the radio. Or if you are really creative and the particular relationship means the world to you, you could write your own song to that person!

3.) Order a surprise meal
Yes, food, everyone's sure to have a favourite type. Find out which is theirs and have someone deliver it personally at their home/workplace. Or better yet, cook/make(if you have the confidence in your abilities!) and deliver it yourself!

4.) Spend an entire day doing only what they want to do
This is a wonderful way to show them that you care about them. After all, time is precious. By spending your time with them, it shows that they are really special and that you tresure their relationship. Nevermind if they like something which you find boring(for girls, maybe the guys love football, for the guys, maybe....ok........for sure, the girls would like to shop). Bear with it and you'll find it more than worthwhile.

5.) Wearing a T-Shirt saying 'I'm sorry'
This might sound crazy or silly but it would prove that you are very sincere about mending the bridges as you are not shy about making youself look a little bit silly.