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Be an active listener

Be an active listener

Be an active listener

06 Aug 2022 by Ted Escobedo   2 min read

There are times when we all get consumed in our own issues that we leave a conversation with a friend or family member and realize that we did not ask them how they were doing. Improving your communication skills is essential to living an emotionally healthy life. Becoming a better listener is one of the first steps to improving your communication skills. Here are three basic types of listening skills to hone.

  • Cognitive: Paying attention to all the information, both explicit and implicit, that you are receiving from the other person, comprehending, and integrating that information
  • Emotional: Staying calm and compassionate during the conversation, including managing any emotional reactions (annoyance, boredom) you might experience.
  • Behavioral: Conveying interest and comprehension verbally and nonverbally
    Source: https://hbr.org/2021/12/how-to-become-a-better-listener

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