176. Regarding Apologies

Should parents apologize to adult children for mistakes they made in the past? What if those adult children aren't talking to them?
What if the adult child hasn't asked for an apology?
What if the parent doesn't know what to apologize for?
It turns out that apologies from parents to adult children are a rather complicated affair. Somehow, parents have to figure this out for themselves.
But don't worry. Because in this episode, Tina offers 9 truths about apologies that will help to clear some things up.
For more about apologies and information on coping with, and responding effectively to, estrangement by your adult child(ren), read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child.
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EPISODE LINKS:
Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 124: Typical Apology Responses
Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 44: Does Your Child Blame You for Your Divorce?
PFLAG.org
Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 168: Emotional Pain: A Field Guide
Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 115: Before You Apologize
Don’t Be In a Hurry to Apologize to an Estranged Adult Child
Actions Speak Louder Than Words With Estranged Adult Children