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Aizuchi - Listen to Understand, Not to Respond
The technique requires the one who is listening to interject at frequent intervals with phrases like “Yes”, “I see”, and “I understand”. The point is to be an active listener rather than a passive one, letting the other person know you are paying attention to the conversation.
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“Reset day”
This is the day on which you take stock of what you have accomplished so far with a complete mind-body-life review. And, take care of the small tasks as preparation for the week ahead. The reset day exercise can help you focus on the important priority in the week ahead.
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We all have days when we feel we are not good enough. Not strong enough. Not clever enough. But: YOU decide how YOU perceive and journey through reality. Cry a little or a lot, close your eyes, and tell yourself what you want to be, NOT what you aren’t.
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Be curious about your partner’s point of view rather than trying to anticipate every situation. Active listening involves:
- Paying attention to your partner.
- Tolerating your silence.
- Paying attention to your partner’s nonverbal communication. ...
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Forgetting to Listen
Some people interrupt, roll their eyes, and rehearse what they're going to say next instead of truly listening and attempting to understand their partner. This keeps you from seeing their point of view, and keeps your partner from wanting to see yours!
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