Tony Hawks on Marshall Rosenberg
Great Lives
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What Does It Take to Listen Empathetically?
What does it take to listen empathetically? It's a skill that can be learned, like riding a bike or driving a car. The trick is to make a habit of focusing mindfully and intently on understanding the other person's feelings and needs. My partner and I make a point of practicing it, especially when we spot the tension rising between us. And it usually works, preventing niggling annoyance from turning into serious resentment or full blown arguments.
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