Quote by G. K. Chesterton

A stiff apology is a second insult. The injured party does not want to be compensated because he has been wronged; he wants to be healed because he has been hurt.

A stiff apology is a second insult. The injured party does n

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of sincere apologies when someone has been wronged. Simply giving a superficial or insincere apology can further insult the injured party, as it does not address their pain or attempt to heal the damage caused. The quote suggests that instead of focusing solely on compensating for the wrongdoing, it is crucial to acknowledge and address the hurt inflicted upon the person who was wronged by genuinely expressing remorse and working towards healing their emotional wounds.

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Regret & Remorse

By G. K. Chesterton

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