Apology Quote by Robin Hobb
““My mother had told me to never be afraid to apologize when I was wrong. She had said it would have saved her and my father a great deal of trouble if they had only followed that rule. Then she had sighed, and added that I must never think that an apology could completely erase what I had done or said. Still, it was worth trying.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Farseer Trilogy, 1995
Apologizing is valuable, but it cannot fully undo harm; sincerity matters more than perfection.
In simple terms: Apologize sincerely, but don’t expect it to erase everything.
Key Takeaway
Apologize, accept limits.
Themes
humility
relationships
communication
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
literary
advice
When to use this quote
- family disputes
- workplace errors
- public statements
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
forgiveness
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- When is an apology enough?
- How can you repair damage beyond words?
A Different Perspective
Apologies may be rejected or seen as insufficient.
