Listening requires setting aside our own agendas from "summary" of The Lost Art of Listening, Third Edition by Michael P. Nichols,Martha B. Straus
When we engage in conversation with others, we often come into it with our own preconceived ideas, beliefs, and opinions. These internal agendas can cloud our ability to truly listen to what the other person is saying. Instead of being fully present and attentive, we may find ourselves waiting for our turn to speak or formulating our response in our minds. This can prevent us from fully understanding the speaker's perspective and can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunication.
Setting aside our own agendas means putting aside our own needs, desires, and biases in order to focus on the speaker and their message. It requires us to be open-minded, c...
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