Apology Quote by Alexander McCall Smith
““Saying sorry does not make you look small—it makes you look big.” “I think so too,” said Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni. “But some people are small inside, and if you’re small inside, you can’t be big outside. It just won’t come to you.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency” (2000)
Apologizing shows strength; true greatness comes from inner humility, not outward gestures.
In simple terms: Apologize to be strong.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner humility.
Themes
humility
leadership
self‑respect
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- team building
Key Concepts
psychology
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- When is an apology necessary?
- How does inner size affect actions?
A Different Perspective
Apologies can be misused as weakness.
