What should I do if I accidentally break something?

How to responsibly handle and learn from accidents where something gets broken, including ways to make things better afterwards and deal with the consquences.

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Accidents happen. Whether it's a shattered vase, a broken phone screen, or accidentally putting a football through a window, breaking something by accident can be a stressful and nerve-racking experience. It's important to handle these situations with responsibility and maturity. Here's how you can navigate through the experience, from the initial shock to making amends. Understanding Why Accidents Happen Firstly, recognise that anyone can make a mistake. Accidents don't mean negligence or carelessness; often, they occur during normal activities and can be a result of numerous factors including external distractions, internal thoughts, or simply misinformation about the durability or stability...
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