Active Listening


 Hey there Softies, it's Livvy here and I'm excited to talk about the power of active listening! 

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to become distracted and let our minds wander during conversations. 

But by actively listening, we can improve our communication skills, build stronger relationships, and gain a deeper understanding of the people around us.

So what exactly is active listening? 

It's the practice of fully focusing on the person speaking, without distractions or interruptions, and making an effort to understand their message. 

Here are some tips to help you become a master of active listening:

1. Eliminate distractions - Put your phone away, close your laptop, and turn off the TV. By removing distractions, you can fully focus on the person speaking and show them that you value their time and opinions.

2. Make eye contact - Looking at the person you're speaking with shows that you're engaged and interested in what they have to say.

3. Ask questions - Clarify any points you don't understand and show the speaker that you're fully engaged in the conversation.

4. Paraphrase - Summarize the speaker's message in your own words to ensure that you understand their message correctly.

5. Show empathy - Put yourself in the speaker's shoes and try to understand their point of view. This will help you build stronger relationships and develop a deeper understanding of the people around you.

By practicing active listening, you'll be able to improve your communication skills, develop stronger relationships, and gain a deeper understanding of the people around you.  

So the next time you're in a conversation, remember to eliminate distractions, make eye contact, ask questions, paraphrase, and show empathy. 

Your communication skills will thank you for it!

I hope you found this post helpful, Softies. 

Keep listening actively and building those strong relationships!

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