Active Listening
Active Listening
A communication skill in which the listener fully concentrates on and seeks to understand the speaker's words and emotions, rather than passively hearing.
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Active Listening
Active listening is not merely hearing sounds, but a deliberate skill of focusing on and trying to understand the speaker's words and emotions. It involves eye contact, nodding, reflecting back what was heard, and asking clarifying questions.
The listener sets aside their own judgments and advice, making an effort to understand from the speaker's perspective. This is one of the most important communication skills in relationships, and anyone can improve it with practice.
Simply being listened to can be a great source of comfort.
💡 Real-Life Example
Not interrupting the other person, nodding along, and asking "How did that make you feel?" is an example of active listening.
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