Episode 22: When Apologies Aren’t Repentance

Some people say “sorry” just to stop you from hurting, not because they’re ready to change. In this episode, Coach Gigi breaks down the difference between remorse and repentance, how emotional abusers use fake apologies to reset control, and why true healing begins when you stop negotiating for peace.

She also shares how to recognize the sarcastic or defensive “sorry” that’s meant to silence you instead of restore you. It’s time to set boundaries, stop managing other people’s comfort, and start walking in truth.

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Background music: Written and composed by Geleta Gigi Parker. Arrangement and piano accompaniment by Debary Thompson.

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