apology, emotional maturity, resilience, strength, vulnerability

The Power of an Apology: How Saying Sorry Shows Inner Strength

When we are kids, we are taught that saying “I’m Sorry” is a fundamental aspect of human interaction. But somehow, offering an apology is one of the most challenging things for adults.  Understanding why apologies are difficult for adults is the first step in mastering the art of apologizing. Stephen Covey, an American educator and ...

Nathan Machoka

The word 'apology.'

In Our Vulnerability Lies Our Strength

In her TED talk, Brené Brown, a social science researcher, shines the spotlight on “vulnerability” and shares her personal story of how “uncertainty” was at the heart of her own personal growth and epiphany in her research. You see, in her career, Brené was on a mission to deconstruct “shame,” a belief that makes people feel they ...

Raven Montmorency

Sad woman hugging herself, showing her vulnerability, standing on a rocky shore.