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-- Posted by jamesthekid at 11:37 pm on April 28, 2007

Okay so me and my girl friend were talking and my friend Kiki beeped in and i said id call her back when i got off the phone wiht my girl friend... so i thought i went  back to the line with heather but i hadnt it was still my friend and im like dang kiki drives me insane she calls me so much and than i realized it was still kiki and shes really mad at me and i didnt mean it i just hate being on the phone...


-- Posted by Neugen at 11:39 pm on April 28, 2007

You mean what you say and you say what you mean.  Maybe don't talk so much, listening works much better.


-- Posted by Joy Division at 11:41 pm on April 28, 2007

That's what you get. At least she knows the truth now you can quit bullshitting acting like your friends with her.


-- Posted by boots123 at 11:41 pm on April 28, 2007

try not talking about people on the phone stuff like that happens


-- Posted by Romani 16 at 11:42 pm on April 28, 2007

sorry dude, just apologize idk


-- Posted by bookie at 11:49 pm on April 28, 2007

its ok.. We all act stupid in our lives once a day.


-- Posted by aRocKStaR at 11:50 pm on April 28, 2007

that sux man :(


-- Posted by PuNkOw3iRdO at 12:02 am on April 29, 2007

well. uhhh. iono how to solve that.


-- Posted by allysonautomatic at 12:04 am on April 29, 2007

oh...that really sucks...just tell her you are sorry and just be like you just need to stop calling so much im only one person i cant hanle this much of you


-- Posted by xoxo1234 at 12:41 am on April 29, 2007

Aaaw that's really too bad :(.

All I can really think of for you to do is apologize. Don't say you didn't mean it, that's lying, and she'll know that. Just tell her that everyone makes mistakes and you're going to try really, really, hard in the future to never do anything like that again. Say you're sorry if you hurt her feelings and you really hope she'll forgive you...

Here's some info on how to apologize from http://extension.unl.edu/welfare/apology.htm:

WHEN AND HOW TO APOLOGIZE
One key to getting along well with people is knowing when to say you're sorry. Sometimes little comments or actions can hurt or offend others. Heavy workloads and stress may keep us from seeing how our actions make others feel. The little things can add up. It doesn't take long for someone to hold a grudge and for grudges to grow into conflicts. In most cases, if someone is offended by something you do or say, it's much better to apologize right away. That solves the small problem and keeps it from getting bigger.
It's hard to apologize. Many of us are ashamed or have too much pride. Sometimes we just don't know how to do it. Here are some tips that may make it easier to say you're sorry.


Take responsibility. The first step in apologizing is to admit to yourself that you have offended someone. You may know this right away, or the other person's reaction may let you know you have done something hurtful. But you must admit you have done wrong and accept responsibility for your actions.

Explain. It's important to let the person you hurt know that you didn't mean to do harm. At the same time, you must show that you take your mistake seriously. Recognize that your actions caused a problem for the other person.

Show your regret. The other person needs to see that you have suffered, too. Come right out and say you are sorry or ashamed. I felt bad the minute I told your secret. I'm ashamed of myself.

Repair the damage. To be complete, an apology must correct the injury. If you damaged someone's property, offer to fix it. If the damage isn't so obvious, ask What can I do to make it up to you? There may be nothing concrete you can do, but the offer must be sincere. I'll try to keep my mouth shut in the future. Meantime, let me buy you a cup of coffee. Another way to repair the damage is to send a note or a small gift.

Use good timing. Apologize right away for little things. For example, if you bump into someone, say you're sorry right away. Don't wait until the next day to apologize. However, if you have done something more serious, like insult a friend, your apology should be more thoughtful. A quick apology might seem phony. Take the time to sit down, look the person in the eye, and apologize honestly.

It's not about who "won" or who "lost." It's about keeping a strong friendship.


I hope that helps, good luck!


-- Posted by marchello at 7:03 am on April 30, 2007

say it like you mean if you mean and say you dont miean it then dont lie


-- Posted by Cityhigh at 9:16 am on April 30, 2007

Suck it up, you said it now deal. I'd be hurt if I were her. I mean who honestly wants to hear something like that from someone who was your "friend" You shouldn't have said it to your other friend and doing it like that makes it all the worse for her.


-- Posted by ayajean at 11:47 am on April 30, 2007

Quote: from xoxo1234 at 2:41 am on April 29, 2007


Aaaw that's really too bad :(.  

All I can really think of for you to do is apologize. Don't say you didn't mean it, that's lying, and she'll know that. Just tell her that everyone makes mistakes and you're going to try really, really, hard in the future to never do anything like that again. Say you're sorry if you hurt her feelings and you really hope she'll forgive you...

Here's some info on how to apologize from http://extension.unl.edu/welfare/apology.htm:

 

WHEN AND HOW TO APOLOGIZE
One key to getting along well with people is knowing when to say you're sorry. Sometimes little comments or actions can hurt or offend others. Heavy workloads and stress may keep us from seeing how our actions make others feel. The little things can add up. It doesn't take long for someone to hold a grudge and for grudges to grow into conflicts. In most cases, if someone is offended by something you do or say, it's much better to apologize right away. That solves the small problem and keeps it from getting bigger.  
It's hard to apologize. Many of us are ashamed or have too much pride. Sometimes we just don't know how to do it. Here are some tips that may make it easier to say you're sorry.

 
Take responsibility. The first step in apologizing is to admit to yourself that you have offended someone. You may know this right away, or the other person's reaction may let you know you have done something hurtful. But you must admit you have done wrong and accept responsibility for your actions.

Explain. It's important to let the person you hurt know that you didn't mean to do harm. At the same time, you must show that you take your mistake seriously. Recognize that your actions caused a problem for the other person.  

Show your regret. The other person needs to see that you have suffered, too. Come right out and say you are sorry or ashamed. I felt bad the minute I told your secret. I'm ashamed of myself.

Repair the damage. To be complete, an apology must correct the injury. If you damaged someone's property, offer to fix it. If the damage isn't so obvious, ask What can I do to make it up to you? There may be nothing concrete you can do, but the offer must be sincere. I'll try to keep my mouth shut in the future. Meantime, let me buy you a cup of coffee. Another way to repair the damage is to send a note or a small gift.

Use good timing. Apologize right away for little things. For example, if you bump into someone, say you're sorry right away. Don't wait until the next day to apologize. However, if you have done something more serious, like insult a friend, your apology should be more thoughtful. A quick apology might seem phony. Take the time to sit down, look the person in the eye, and apologize honestly.

It's not about who "won" or who "lost." It's about keeping a strong friendship.

 
I hope that helps, good luck!


I agree completely


-- Posted by CaptainDankNuggets at 1:16 am on May 1, 2007

You got what you deserved, I hope your happy.


-- Posted by Mango1991 at 8:04 am on May 1, 2007

wow that is kinda funny but you deserved it:)


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