Responding to apology after substantial wrongdoing

Someone wrongs you substantially, then gives a sincere apology, accepts responsibility without excuses, and tries to repair the harm.

• 77% chose: Allow their remorse and repair efforts to substantially change your response. (23 people)
• 23% chose: Keep the wrongdoing heavily weighted in how you treat them. (7 people)

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