Right ways to accept an apology

At one time or another, we’ve all received an apology we didn’t really feel that good about. An apology that leaves us feeling pressured to forgive and restore a relationship without quitting any of our fears than the one who offended us or betrayed us can’t be trusted not to repeat or continue his unacceptable behaviour.

When people are sincere in asking for an apology, you forgive them, and it's no big deal "It's okay" or "No problem" works fine.
When they're sincere and you want to acknowledge that, "Apology accepted." works. It doesn't mean they're forgiven, but that you acknowledge that they asked for a sincere apology.

"I forgive you" works when you forgive them, but what they did was kind of a big deal. It doesn't even have to mean you accept their apology just that you're over it. Here are some of the ways to accept an apology: (a) It doesn't matter at all; (b) Oh, it is not really necessary; (c) There is no reason to apologise; (d) Let's forget it; (e) It's all right; (f) Not at all; (g) It's okay.

Small Talk:
I am flattered by your praise!
Tarun Suraj, recently I did a cautious estimation on your performance at work. I am satisfied with your capability, efficiency and decisiveness.
Suraj I am flattered by your praise.
Tarun As a result, I decided to promote you as the Sales Manager.
Suraj You can be assured that I acquired all the requirements for this job. I am well familiar with the department's duty and goals.
Tarun I am glad to hear that. Nevertheless, we need to talk about your new responsibilities. Are you clear about your duties as a Sales Manager?
Suraj Yes, a Sales Manager should make great efforts to achieve a higher goal himself. Other than that, he should help the department to define its goals and assist each individual to achieve their personal target. As a leader of the team, he should also keep the team motivated and inspired.

Notes:
feel flattered - To feel very pleased and proud because someone has said good things about you or has made you feel important.

Example:
They were flattered to be invited for dinner by the Vice Chancellor.

Know Your Vocabulary:
Choose the closest meaning and tick it.
1. impel
a)force b) suggest c)ignore
2. remorse
a) walled enclosure b) deep regret c) refinement
3. scraggly
a) lost b) b. ragged c) unwanted
4. abusive
a)foolish b) stubborn c) insulting
5. avert
a) dislike thoroughly b) turn aside c) state forcefully
6. reimburse
a) owe to b) pay back c) remember
7. intangible
a)not touchable b) insecure c) indirect
8. premonition
a) acknowledgment b) forewarning c) battle equipment
9. oblivious
a) receiving b) odd c) unaware
10. remnant
a) part left b) animal characteristic c) bargain sale

Key: 1-a; 2-b; 3-b; 4-c; 5-b; 6-b; 7-a; 8-b; 9-c; 10-a

Quote of the Week
“No compulsion in the world is stronger than the urge to edit someone else's document.” -H. G. Wells [Herbert George Wells, 21 September 1866 – 13 August 1946, known primarily as H. G. Wells, was a prolific English writer in many genres, including the novel, history, politics, and social commentary, and textbooks and rules for war games.

Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels, and is called the father of science fiction, along with Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The Time Machine (1895), The Island of Doctor Moreau (1896), The Invisible Man (1897), and The War of the Worlds (1898).]