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The wisdom of listening lies in the ability to truly connect with others from "summary" of The Wisdom of Listening by Mark Brady
The essence of listening is not just about hearing words, but about truly connecting with the person speaking. It is about going beyond the surface level of conversation and understanding the deeper emotions and thoughts being expressed. When we listen with the intention of connecting, we are able to empathize with the speaker and see things from their perspective. Connecting with others through listening requires us to be fully present in the moment. This means putting aside distractions and focusing all our attention on the speaker. By being fully present, we can pick up on subtle cues such as body language, tone of voice, and facial expressions, which can give us a deeper insight into the speaker's emotions and i...
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