Say It Like You Mean It: The Science of Apologies and How They Might Just Save Us

A surprising dive into the history and science of apologies, showing how our instinct to say "I'm sorry" might just be our salvation as a species.

We're taught from an early age that a good apology is an essential element of repair, a way of making and keeping friends, and helpful in moving on from conflicts, both small and large. But without regular use, that muscle grows weak, and our lives today are awash with half-hearted and insincere apologies. Whether it's a celebrity posting an apolo...