thepinkestpug:

If you know someone who says “Sorry” a lot, please don’t mock them for it. A lot of us instinctively blame ourselves for everything and automatically apologize for the slightest thing because of various things (including sexism, abuse, insecurity, etc.)

Quick Tip: Instead of replying “Don’t say sorry” to someone who apologizes a lot, say “It’s ok, you don’t have to be sorry” or “Don’t worry, there’s no reason to feel sorry, you didn’t do anything wrong.” Reaffirm that we are not at fault, saying “Stop saying sorry” doesn’t comfort us–it’s phrasing and tone sounds angry and makes us feel anxious, like we’re annoying you…and chances are we’ll either just say sorry again or stop talking altogether.