Fortunately, I have a list of 10 effective phrases to replace saying "sorry." Even as a therapist, I tend to say sorry more than I should. It’s a natural reflex, especially if you’re a people pleaser.

However, the difference between couples who thrive together and those who don't is that some learn to redeem themselves because saying sorry to your partner is also a pure act of love. Many say ...

Or simply go with your usual form of address ('Dear God' etc) and: 'When we do wrong help us to say sorry / And when others say sorry to us for doing wrong, help us to forgive. / Thank you that we ...

then your intentions don’t matter much. You made a mess and you have to clean it up. How To Stop Yourself From Saying “Sorry” All The Time Over-apologizing hurts your credibility.