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Listen to Understand, Not Respond

Listen to Understand, Not Respond

Aug 17, 2024
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Often, folks listen selfishly in conversation with others. They want to talk and be seen and heard, show off, tell their stories, and be validated.

An alternative manner of conversation is to forget about yourself, and listen to the other person.

Rather than think how you will respond to the person who is talking, listen to understand what they are saying…

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