When you need this
The argument is over. Maybe you said something sharp, or maybe they did. Now comes the part people find hardest: coming back and making it right. It takes only a few words, and it matters more than who was right.
There are two sides. If you got angry, own it: "I lost my temper. I'm sorry." Don't add "but you..." straight after, because "but" erases the apology. If they're apologizing to you, accept it clearly: "Thanks for saying that. No hard feelings." And if you're still a little upset, you can say so honestly and still be kind.
Phrases
a clear, simple apology for your reaction
you got angry and couldn't control it
your words were wrong or hurtful
you went away until the anger passed
the anger is gone; you can talk
asking if the friendship is fine again
I'm not angry with you anymore
the problem is small; let's move on
let's try the conversation again, kindly
the anger is finished
honest: not angry, not fully fine yet
the problem is too small for a fight
Say it out loud
Tap a sentence to hear it. Say it after the voice.
Practice · 3 min
Say it kindly. Situation on the left, one natural line on the right.
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Say it today
Use it once in a real conversation before tomorrow. Out loud counts, even to yourself.