Apology

Romney Mitt, the Demon Barber of Wall Street

Roy Zimmerman | Posted 05.16.2012

Read More: Satire, Economy, Bullying, Mitt Romney, Prep School, Campaign, Apology, Stephen Sondheim, Song Parody, Comedy, Video, Comedy News
Roy Zimmerman

Mitt Romney has encouraged young people to "take a risk," like he did back in prep school. "Take a shot, go for it," like he did. "Borrow money if you have to, start a business."

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If He Doesn't Know How To Apologize, How Can We Expect Kids To?

Dr. G | Posted 05.05.2012

Read More: How to Apologize, Parenting, Apology, Rush Limbaugh, Children, Teaching Kids to Apologize, Parents News
Dr. G

When we wrong someone, we need to actually apologize. When our kids wrong someone they need to learn to actually apologize. Apologizing is hard, but it's the right thing to do. Often, we actually feel better afterwards.

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Whitney Houston, One Amazing Crack Ho: An Open Letter to John and Ken

Erin Harper | Posted 04.23.2012

Read More: Crack, Fired, Drugs, Ho, The Voice, Abuse, Death, KFI AM 640, Ken, Apology, Sing, Whitney, Funeral, Greatest Love of All, Apologize, Prostitution, Tupac, Life, John, Suspended, Houston, Chiampou, Kobylt, Shakur, Black Voices News
Erin Harper

Until now, I have not written about Whitney Houston, largely because so many others have. However, when I learned that Los Angeles radio hosts, John and Ken of KFI AM 640 had referred to Ms. Houston as a "crack ho", I could not remain silent.

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Soul-Talk: Are You Stuck In The Toxic Apology Trap?

Russell Bishop | Posted 04.22.2012

Read More: Self-Talk, Criticism, Resentment, Apologies, Apology, Forgiveness, Self Talk vs. Soul Talk, Soul-Talk, Mindfulness, Healthy Living News
Russell Bishop

Surely you have had someone give you a half-hearted apology that left you feeling cold inside. In fact, haven't you been the one giving that "I'm-kind-of-sort-of-sorry" apology yourself?

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Mistakes Can Make or Break You

Amy Chan | Posted 04.04.2012

Read More: Chris Neary, Spiritual Growth, Relationships, Evolving, Make Up for Mistakes, Mistakes, How to Apologize, Amy Chan, Apology, Learning, Learning From Mistakes, Learning Mistakes, Mindfulness, Healthy Living News
Amy Chan

When you make mistakes, how do you respond? If your mistake leaves a trail of hurt and destruction in the lives of others, do you make amends and apologize with actions and empathy?

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Why Don't People Say 'I'm Sorry'?

Agi Smith | Posted 03.18.2012

Read More: Break Ups, Divorce News, Sorry, Relationships, Divorce, Apology, Divorce News
Agi Smith

I'm sorry seems to be the least used phrase in the English language. I say this because it's not often we hear anyone use the term unless they are asking someone else to say it to them.

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The Science Of Apologies

Heidi Grant Halvorson, Ph.D. | Posted 12.13.2011

Read More: Relationships, Apology, Forgiveness, How to Apologize, Healthy Living Mind, Emotional Intelligence, Saying Sorry, How to Say Sorry, Apologizing, Healthy Living News
Heidi Grant Halvorson, Ph.D.

As anyone can tell you, apologies don't always work... At times they seem to fall on deaf ears. But more often than not, our apologies fall flat because we apologize the wrong way.

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Apology in the Middle East Is a Weapon, or 'Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word'

Haggai Carmon | Posted 11.06.2011

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Haggai Carmon

In the Middle East where honor is worth more than money and is a political weapon both sides hold, the Israeli-Turkish future relationship seem bleak.

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Apology Statutes Preserve Relationships

Brad Reid | Posted 10.17.2011

Read More: Ronald Regan, Rick Perry, Lyndon Johnson, Emotion, Apology, Tort Reform, Litigation, Non-Economic Damages, Business News
Brad Reid

A lack of an apology in tort claims causes some persons to sue to vindicate their sense of injustice and to ease their emotional pain. An apology may facilitate healing pain and preserve relationships.

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Congressman Ryan: Apologize Now About the US Being the Next Greece

Warren Mosler | Posted 10.17.2011

Read More: Modern Monetary Theory, S&p Downgrade, Mmt, Greece, Inflation, Financial Crisis, Solvency Risk, Apology, Paul Ryan, Defict, Politics News
Warren Mosler

Congressman Ryan's response to President Obama's State of the Union address included something we've all heard a lot of ever since. He warned along t...

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Remorseful Thief Returns Money, Apologizes To Victim

AP | Posted 10.04.2011

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PLAISTOW, N.H. -- Police say an apparently remorseful thief who stole a woman's wallet in a New Hampshire supermarket showed up at her door days later...

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Time for a Real Game Change: Is Halperin's Name Calling Arrogance, Immaturity or Something Else?

Shelley Ross | Posted 08.30.2011

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Shelley Ross

Halperin's suspension is definitely turning into a juicy summer sidebar with a steady stream of commentary running across the internet on the latest political pundit to put his foot in his mouth.

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Can Collective Apologies Heal?

Arjuna Ardagh | Posted 11.17.2011

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Arjuna Ardagh

Can white people apologize on behalf of their ancestors for what was done to Native Americans a long, long time ago? Could a young German express deep regret for what his forefathers did to the Jews?

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Grief complicated by the loss of a best friend

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Friend, Breakup, Neighbor, Relationships, Rebuffed, Disagreement, Friendship Advice, Forgive, Loss, Apology, Death of Child, Grieving, Breaking News, Friendship, Loss of Child, Grief, Living, Breaking Living News, Healthy Living News
Dr. Irene S. Levine

QUESTION Dear Irene, My best friend and I had a major falling out 4½ years ago shortly after the death of my two-year-old son. At the time I was so...

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Elementary School Apologizes For Making Black Student 'Slave'

AP | Posted 05.25.2011

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GAHANNA, Ohio — The mother of a black Ohio fifth grader assigned to play a slave for a social studies lesson says the school should be more sens...

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What do you consider a friendship-killer?

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.17.2011

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Dr. Irene S. Levine

It isn't easy to know when to draw the line and give up on a friendship. There's a natural tendency to overlook and ignore little signs that something...

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An Apology to Glenn Beck

Beau Friedlander | Posted 05.25.2011

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Beau Friedlander

Earlier today I posted something on Huffington Post that was taken down by the staff there. I can accept and respect their reasons for doing that. T...

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Should Reggie Bush Have Apologized to Pat Haden for Being on the Take?

Dexter Rogers | Posted 05.25.2011

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Dexter Rogers

If athletes are responsible for creating huge sums of revenue they should have access to some of the dough. Athletes should receive a stipend that acknowledges their efforts.

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Dr. Laura Schlessinger Revives 'N' Word Controversy

Mike Green | Posted 05.25.2011

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Mike Green

Dr. Laura, the point you actually did make is that you are very much out of touch with African Americans ... and likely a good portion of America as well (notice the demographic shifts occurring).

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Shame, Guilt and Medical Error

Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Medical Error, Intern, Shame, Patient, Guilt, Doctor, Apology, Health, Video, Healthy Living News
Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD

In this month's issue of Health Affairs, I write about a medical error I committed as a doctor-in-training. It's taken me two decades to speak publicly about this because of how painful it was.

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Note to Sherrod: Kick the Tires of Vilsack's Offer of "Unique Opportunity"

Steve Clemons | Posted 05.25.2011

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Steve Clemons

When you hear the words "unique opportunity" as a qualifier before a government job, then be sure you can and should demand "your own budget."

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Just Listen: Why Unplug and Recharge When You Can Exhale?

Mark Goulston, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011

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Mark Goulston, M.D.

My view is that if it's "listening" to so much from so many directions that overloads us, the best way to really recharge is to be listened to in a way in which we not only vent our frustrations, but emotionally exhale.

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Friday Talking Points [129] -- Incrementalism Wins Big

Chris Weigant | Posted 05.25.2011

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Chris Weigant

We're going to begin today with the news that a popular New Jersey beach is considering allowing women to sunbathe topless. And then move right on to...

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Friday Talking Points [128] -- Merry Bartonmas!

Chris Weigant | Posted 05.25.2011

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Chris Weigant

Christmas has come in June for the Democratic Party. Republican Joe Barton just delivered a huge, nicely wrapped present to Democrats. The only ques...

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ITV World Cup Commercial Mistake (VIDEO): Broadcaster MISSES England's One Goal, Airs Commercial Instead

Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Steven Gerrard, Itv, Television, Commercial, Adrian Chiles, World Cup, USA, World Cup 2010, England, Hyundai, Itv Hd, Apology, Video, Sports News

World Cup viewers watching Britain's ITV HD channel missed seeing England's only goal in Saturday's game against the U.S. because of an ill-timed comm...

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