Ways to Say Sorry to Your Partner After the Big Fight

Every rose has a thorn, so does love. But does that mean we’ll stop buying roses? Not at all. 

The journey of love is full of ups and downs. While a glance is enough to fall in love with someone, it takes a lifetime to keep that feeling alive. Many times couples come across a stage of disagreement. In a situation like this, emotions like jealousy, anger, anxiety, sadness, and fear take over the relationship, and you get into a big fight with your partner. No matter how much you fight with each other, there comes a time when one needs to apologise to get things back to normal. For all those moments in your life, we’ve found some ways to say sorry to your partner after the big fight. Read below to get some tips. 

Write a cute apology letter

Write a cute apology letter

A letter is an excellent medium to express your feelings and convey an apology by pouring your heart out. Plus, it adds to the old-school romance and will make your partner feel loved. 

Listening is the key

Listening is the key

Sometimes, all your partner wants is you to listen to them and try to understand. Apologies won’t work wonder after the fight if you are not ready to listen patiently and let them feel relaxed. 

Don’t minimise his or her feelings

Don't minimise feelings

We know you both are going through a challenging phase in your relationship. But, saying things like ‘you’re over dramatic or overreacting’ will only worsen the situation. Never underestimate your partner’s feelings and acknowledge how they think and react to different situations. 

Cakes and good food therapy

Cakes and good food therapy

Eating together builds a bond between two people and enhances the mood for sure. So, while you’re trying to say sorry to your partner, order some cakes, chocolates and good food for pampering them. A satisfied tummy will surely hear your apology peacefully. 

Add flowers to your apology

Add flowers to your apology

Apologising is the only route to getting your relationship back to normal, and doing it properly is essential. Say sorry with flowers to add positive vibes and express your love. The best flowers to say ‘I am sorry’ are purple hyacinth, lilies, tulips, orchids, or yellow roses. 

Don’t walk away right after the fight

Don't walk away right after the fight

Heated situations need to be dealt with, with patience. But, walking away is not a solution. Don’t just disappear after the big fight. Relax and think about the problem and its solution together. 

Ask them – What can make things right? 

Ask them - What can make things right?

Asking your partner – ‘what can I do to make things right?’ and similar questions can ease the tension subtly. You will feel light-hearted, whereas your partner will feel valued. 

Lastly, be honest and keep your apology

Lastly, be honest and keep your apology

Merely saying sorry is not enough. Keeping the promises and being honest with your apology is very important. During explanations, commit what you can work on to let your partner set the right expectations. Don’t make false promises to make things temporarily right.  

So, these were some of the ways to say sorry to your partner after the big fight. Try to accompany your genuine sorry with meaningful gifts as it will communicate your sincere apology. Rest, if you are unable to meet them in person, you can always send sorry gifts online to make things alright. Always remember how much you love each other and how far you’ve come together to give it another chance and make things alright. 

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Muskan Abbi

Muskan loves cheese and penning down poetry, often in that order. She is an in-house content writer and can be found at work by following the sound of brisk typing.