Approach with the fear of God, with faith, and with Love.

"For the Christian, repentance is a way of life - a continual heartfelt turning toward God in love and, at the same time, a mindful turning away from sin and self-centeredness in humility. Repentance takes visible form in the the Mystery of Holy Confession or Repentance when we acknowledge our sins and selfishness and, like the Prodigal Son, run headlong toward the loving embrace of our Father. Indeed, a contrite heart is the sacrifice acceptable to the Lord. (Ps. 50)"

(from +Archbishop Cyril,
Catholic Melkite Eparch of Newton)