#73 A Good Apology | Dr. Molly Howes

I was recently on vacation and reading a psychology magazine. Yeah, I am such a psychology geek that I enjoy reading about it even when I’m relaxing by a pool! An article that captured my attention was one on how to apologize well. I kept thinking about it long after I finished the article, so I looked up the article’s author, Dr. Molly Howes, and found she has written a great book on apologies. As soon as I got home, I read her book and contacted her for the interview that you’ll hear in a few minutes. In the book, Dr. Howes describes the four steps on delivering a good apology. It's such a crucial topic. Whether at work or at home, it’s our relationships that truly matter. And the ability to apologize is a skill all of us will inevitably need. So, knowing how to apologize can make the difference between a great relationship and a lost relationship. My guest, Dr. Molly Howes, is a Harvard-trained clinical psychologist who has written the ultimate guide with clear examples of how and how not to apologize in her book, A Good Apology. The book has been hailed by the press and luminaries in psychology like Dr. Edward Hallowell who describes it as “The definitive book on how to make an apology that actually matters,” and Dr. Chris Germer, who echoes my own thoughts by saying, “I hope the whole world reads this book.” So, join Molly and me as we engage in a lively and informative conversation about the essential skill of apologizing. Book link: https://amzn.to/3qLnb7a This is an affiliate link. It will provide me with a small commission on purchases made through it and help the podcast (but it won’t affect the price you pay).