Give them room

13.  Give them room

What if they can’t accept your apology?  Accept them where they are and give them time.  Ask if perhaps you could get together at a later date.  Remember that even if you do your best you cannot control their response.
(To be continued.)

Ask forgiveness

12.  Ask forgiveness

This is powerful!  Akin with humility, lowering yourself to ask forgiveness proves our genuineness.  It is also powerful for the other person because if they can accept your apology and forgive you, then they are unconditionally releasing you.  The relationship will likely experience a large growth spurt and there will be no residual awkwardness. 
(To be continued.)

Is this a good time?

11.  Is this a good time?

Submit your request to speak to the one you have wronged.  Give them the right to schedule another time.  This conversation needs to be on their terms and within their comfort level. 
(To be continued.)