‘I’d like to explain why I was such a monster back then’: six writers on the apologies they wish they’d made

From making life hell for a young teacher to doubting the motives of a caring foster mother, Olivia Petter, Derek Owusu, Annie Lord and other writers repent for past bad behaviour

‘I’d like to explain why I was such a monster back then’: six writers on the apologies they wish they’d made

TL;DR

  • Six writers reflect on their past bad behavior.
  • They express regret for actions that made life difficult for others.
  • Examples include tormenting a teacher and doubting a foster mother.
  • The writers wish they had made apologies for these past actions.