Dynamic Incentive Plan in February** In our lives, we all encounter situations where our ex apologizes to us to a greater or lesser extent. So, what exactly do they think when they apologize? Here are 6 mental thoughts for an ex to apologize:1GuiltSome people feel guilty about their actions after a breakup, thinking that they are sorry for the other person, and this guilt often prompts them to apologize to the other person. They want to be able to alleviate their guilt by apologizing, and even hope to be forgiven by the other person. In this case, the ex's apology may be sincere, as they do realize their mistakes and want to make amends.
2.Redeem feelings.
Some ex-exes apologize to the current in order to salvage feelings. They realize their mistakes and want to rebuild their relationship with each other by apologizing. This mental thought usually appears for a period of time after a breakup, when the other person begins to realize that they have lost an important person and will try to salvage the relationship by apologizing.
3.Politeness psychology.
Some people may apologize to the other person out of politeness, and they think that their actions or remarks may cause the other person to be unhappy or upset, so they choose to apologize to ease the awkward atmosphere. In this case, the apology is not out of guilt or remorse, but rather a manifestation of social etiquette.
4.Evading responsibility.
Some people may choose to apologize in order to avoid responsibility. They may be aware of something wrong with their actions or words, but are not willing to take responsibility or face the consequences. In this case, the apology is not sincere, but rather to shirk responsibility or avoid consequences.
5.Temptation.
Some predecessors apologize to the current one to test the other person's attitude and reaction. They may not really realize their mistake and want to know if the other person still has feelings or is willing to start over by apologizing. In this case, the apology is not out of inner remorse or guilt, but to satisfy one's own curiosity or test the other person's reaction.
6.Self-soothing psychology.
Some people feel guilty and upset after a breakup, thinking that they have lost an important person. They may comfort themselves by apologizing and making themselves feel better. In this case, apologizing is not to salvage feelings or get forgiveness from the other person, but rather a way to comfort yourself.
To sum up, there are many kinds of psychological thoughts of the ex to apologize, which may be out of guilt, redemption, politeness, evasion of responsibility, temptation, and self-comfort. Understanding these mental thoughts helps us better understand our ex's behavior and motivations, so that we can better cope and solve problems.