The Art of Listening

We’re all familiar with the characteristics of poor listening: impatiently waiting for someone to finish speaking, thinking ahead to a response, or being physically present but with a mind that’s far away. But what makes someone a good listener? What does it look like when someone excels in the art of listening? What does this look like as the process unfolds?

Good listening entails giving someone your full, undivided attention. It requires being present not just with your physical being, but also with your heart and mind. And it is characterized by an interest in whatever the person is sharing about, not because you necessarily care about the issue or subject in and of itself, but because you’re interested in the person sharing about it. 

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