When we pause for a moment before responding to a conversation, we avoid interrupting the person who might just be taking a breath before continuing.
We show them we’re listening carefully and considering what they’ve said.
Taking a short pause (2–5 seconds) after a person stops talking is a very smart and savvy thing to do.
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