🌿 The Art of Listening
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Let understanding come before the answer.
When someone begins to share, we often begin preparing our reply. A suggestion. A similar experience. A way to make things better.
Meanwhile, their story is still unfolding.
Try leaving a little more room in your next conversation 👇
👉 Put the phone aside—and give the person your attention.
👉 Let them finish—even when you think you understand.
👉 Ask, “What has that been like for you?”
👉 Before offering advice, ask, “Would you like my thoughts, or would you prefer I listen?”
👉 Allow a quiet moment—some words take time to find.
You do not need a perfect answer to offer your presence.
Today, give someone the time to tell their story in their own words. 🌿
💬 When did you last feel truly heard? What did that person do differently?
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