Are We Forcing Kids When We Teach Them to Say ‘Please Forgive Me’

Are We Forcing Kids When We Teach Them to Say ‘Please Forgive Me’ | Raw Parenting Unfiltered Podcast Highlight

How do we help children genuinely express regret without making it feel forced or unhealthy? In this highlight from the RAW Parenting Unfiltered podcast, B.J. Meurer shares practical, heart-based strategies for guiding kids to take responsibility, make things right, and seek forgiveness without pressuring them to “just say I’m sorry.”

Learn how to:
Shift from focusing on children feeling sorry to helping them accept responsibility
Teach statements that encourage humility, accountability, and reconciliation
Build strong family relationships that naturally foster empathy and forgiveness
Avoid the pitfalls of “forced apologies” while nurturing genuine heart transformation
Ground parenting in biblical principles and heart-based guidance

This clip is perfect for parents looking for practical tools to handle conflicts, broken toys, and big emotions in a way that develops character and strengthens family bonds.

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