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Avoid interrupting others while they speak from "summary" of How to Talk to Anyone: 92 Little Tricks for Big Success in Relationships by Leil Lowndes
Imagine you’re at a party, engaged in a conversation with someone. As they start speaking, you feel an urge to jump in with your own thoughts before they’ve finished. You might think you’re being enthusiastic or showing interest, but in reality, you’re interrupting them. Interrupting others while they speak is one of the quickest ways to kill a conversation. It shows a lack of respect for the speaker and can make them feel unimportant or unheard. When you interrupt someone while they’re speaking, you’re essentially saying that what you have to say is more important than what they’re saying. This can be perceived as rude and disrespectful, leading the speaker to feel unvalued. It disrupts the flow of the conversation and can make it difficult for the speaker to express their thoughts fully. By waiting for the speaker to finish before responding, you show that you value their words and are actively listening to what they have to say. Interrupting others can also make you come ...
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