Before you write
State what was untrue and correct the relevant facts. Do not reveal unrelated private information as a way of appearing more honest.
Keep only statements that are true in your situation. Identify the action you are discussing and choose a next step you can genuinely carry out.
Examples to personalise
These are original writing examples, not statements about your situation. Replace bracketed details, adjust the wording and remove any claim you cannot verify.
Personalise a draft
Choose an example, fill in the relevant details and edit the result in your own voice. The helper uses the selected example; it does not invent facts or send the message.
Check before sharing
- Correct the inaccurate statement.
- Contain further sharing of private information.
- Do not expect a message to restore trust immediately.
Do not hide a false accusation behind “I am sorry you were upset.”
Questions about this message
Should I ask them to trust me immediately?
No. Correct the facts and follow through consistently. Trust is the other person's decision and may take time.
Make it personal
Start with the words. Then choose how you want to share them.
- A truthful detail
- A natural tone
- A considerate next step
Review available card options in the creator and check the final wording before sharing.
Make your message personal.
Use the ideas here as a starting point. Bring your own words and details to the creator when you are ready to make your sorry card or message.
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