Listening
You got to start listening. Listening is one of those habits that has the power to transform, not just your life, but your relationships as well.
Most people think they’re good listeners, but in reality, they are just waiting for their turn to speak.
Listening, truly listening, is a skill, and it’s a habit that changes your interactions with everyone around you.
When you listen, you show respect. You show that you value the other person’s thoughts, their opinions, their feelings; and that kind of respect, it builds trust, it strengthens relationships, it opens doors.
But here’s the thing: listening is more than just hearing the words someone is saying. It’s about understanding, it’s about being fully present in the moment.
When someone’s is talking to you, don’t just nod your head and think about what you’re going to say next. Stop. Really listen. Pay attention to their body language, to their tone of voice, to the emotions behind their words. And when you do, you’ll find that people open up to you more. They trust you more. They value your opinion more. That’s because you’ve given them the gift of your full attention. And it today’s distracted world, that’s a rare and precious gift.
Now, here is the beautiful part about listening: it’s not just about the other person. When you make listening a habit, you become wiser, you learn more. You understand people in situations on a deeper level. And that understanding, that’s powerful. It helps you making better decisions. Solve problems more effectively and connect with people in a way that’s meaningful.
So, start practising the habit of listening today. It doesn’t take much, just a little more focus, a little more intention, and the benefits you’ll reap from it, both personally and professionally, will be immense.
Jim Rohn – Excerpt of a Motivational Speech
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