If someone were to own up to their bad behavior that hurt you, would it help you put the past behind and move on?

Or would it seem like just another lame attempt to get back into your good graces so they could hurt you again?

Hmmm.... Thoughts?

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BrandNewMan · 61-69, M

Depends on the history .. one off thing or a pattern? Apology come across sincere or lame? Actions going forward avoid a repeat?

I'm walking away from someone who knowingly repeated actions, ducked any resemblence of responsibility or a sincere apology. I stayed for my kids .. mistake or not, they are grown and on their own. I'll never put myself in that kind of position again.

LadyBronte · 61-69, F

Yes, it does come down to whether it is sincere or not, but often that's difficult to discern. Especially when we want to believe. As the quote goes, "We all eat lies when out hearts are hungry". We do ourselves a great service when we learn to move passed that need and automatic acceptance and when we refuse to be put in that situation again. Kudos to you!