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Four-Part Apology

“Four-Part Apology” is a short 12-minute practice from Zayenha Practice in the Social domain. Name the act, acknowledge impact, commit to change, ask for repair — an apology that mends. It draws on Apology Research. You can read its goal and first step for free; the full practice with every step and the interactive part comes with Plus.

Name the act, acknowledge impact, commit to change, ask for repair — an apology that mends.

12 min Advanced

Goal

Transform a hollow "sorry" into an apology that rebuilds trust.

Steps

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1 — Name the act precisely: "I apologize for raising my voice yesterday in front of your friends".

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

He feels seen — not that you apologize just to end the topic.

Evidence base

School: Apology Research

Founders: Aaron Lazare · Harriet Lerner (2004)

Lazare — On Apology: the four elements are necessary for an effective apology.

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Four-Part Apology" take?

This exercise takes about 12 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.

When will I notice the effect of "Four-Part Apology"?

He feels seen — not that you apologize just to end the topic. In the short term: Trust returns in a week not weeks.

Is "Four-Part Apology" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Apology Research (Aaron Lazare, Harriet Lerner (2004)). Lazare — On Apology: the four elements are necessary for an effective apology.

Is "Four-Part Apology" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the platform.

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