10 Powerful ways to apologize to your partner when you’ve really messed up things

5. Say it with a gift

A small gift or token can help repair the damage that was done. You can give this gift with a note or when you actually say the words “I’m sorry.” Be careful not to overuse this method of making amends however. You don’t want your partner to think you believe you can buy her/him off with a gift and then repeat your offensive behavior again later.