I appreciate you saying that.
Why it works: Accept apology.
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I appreciate you saying that.
Why it works: Accept apology.
It’s okay, I know you didn’t mean it.
Why it works: Reassure.
Thanks for saying that—let’s reset.
Why it works: Repair.
Thanks for saying that—I hear you.
Why it works: Accept apology.
It’s really okay—no hard feelings.
Why it works: Reassure.
I appreciate it—let’s reset and keep going.
Why it works: Repair.
Hey, it’s okay—really.
Why it works: Soften.
Hey, don’t worry about it too much.
Why it works: Soften.
Thanks for saying that—are you okay?
Why it works: Check-in.
Thanks for apologizing—how are you feeling about it now?
Why it works: Check-in.