How To Be An Active Listener
- Ignore internal and external distractions (thoughts and sounds).
- Listen to the content of their speech and their specific wording.
- Listen to the context of their speech. Keep in mind the circumstances and themes and how they relate what’s being said.
- Listen to the tone of their voice. It conveys the speaker’s feelings.
- Listen for the emotions the speaker is likely experiencing so they will feel understood.
- Pay attention to their body language and make appropriate eye contact.
- Provide small verbal encouragements and don't fight silences.
- Ask open-ended questions to encourage elaboration and further your understanding of the big picture.
- If you need them to slow down or want specific info, ask close-ended questions.
- Offer affirmations that the person has made valuable and important choices.
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