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In recent months a broad spectrum of public figures, from politicians, to Hollywood actors and YouTube stars have all publicly expressed remorse.
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But with so much remorse on the airwaves, just how can we differentiate a forced apology from a heartfelt expression of remorse?
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In its purest form, saying sorry should be an "act of contrition, a realisation that something you have said or done has hurt someone and you want to make amends", says psychologist Geraldine Joaquim.
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Made early, a well-crafted apology can be hugely beneficial and can "diffuse the situation and takes the wind out of an accuser's sails", she says.
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A need to say sorry can arise in someone's public life and equally at home with their family and friends but, whatever the environment, how well it is received depends on how personalised it feels.
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He says that, in the professional sphere, the phrase "formal apology" is often used, but, in reality, the opposite is what is required.
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From businesses, governments and organisations, a scripted response will fail to resonate as it will not convey empathy and compassion.
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Whether online or in person, the timing and choice of language in an apology are decisive factors.
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Vulnerability - performed apologies always have a sense of being "acted out", and are often accompanied by too many theatrical gestures. If the person is genuine they will provide "humbling signals"', such as a lowered head, to indicate remorse and vulnerability
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Denial gestures - the biggest clues of insincerity can come after the gesture itself, with non-verbal signals that silently reject the words used; this can include looking to the floor and smirking.
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"Don't say that you'll ensure that this will not happen again if you're not confident it won't. It could come back to bite you," Stone explains.
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Equally, the use of "but" can hugely change the tone of an apology.
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As Stone points out: "I'm sorry butâ¦' sounds like you are making excuses and aren't actually taking any form of responsibility.
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"It may be three letters but it can instantly make an apology seem hollow."
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