heart-to-heart
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In a heart-to-heart talk with your adult child; acknowledge the pain, hardship or misunderstanding that resulted from your actions or decisions; and ask for forgiveness.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 2, 2025
After a series of healing heart-to-heart conversations, Uchis’ mom worked for her daughters’ forgiveness — and spent ample time with her grandson before she tragically died in April.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2025
Fraser's turning point came after a heart-to-heart with his older brother Ross.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2025
“Zoe and I had a heart-to-heart and I said, ‘We can adapt,’” King said, recalling how they decided to create a decentralized model for the company that would allow her to live with her family.
From New York Times • Jun. 19, 2024
She’ll want you to come home right now for a heart-to-heart.
From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead
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