Practice active listening to truly understand others from "summary" of Say What You Mean by Oren Jay Sofer
To truly understand others, we must cultivate the skill of active listening. This means being fully present and engaged when someone is speaking, giving them our full attention without distractions. Active listening involves more than just hearing the words that are being said; it also requires us to tune into the speaker's emotions, body language, and tone of voice. By paying attention to these subtle cues, we can gain a deeper understanding of the speaker's thoughts and feelings. One key aspect of active listening is reflecting back what we hear to the speaker. This can involve paraphrasing their words or summarizing their main points to ensure that we have accurately understood their message. Reflecting back shows the speaker that we are listening and that we value their perspective. It also gives them the opportunity to clarify any misundersta...
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