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The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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How to Think and Listen at the Same Time

How do we think and listen at the same time? Is that even possible? That's coming up after a quick break. We are constantly thinking about what we're going to say next, is that incompatible with listening or there is some skill that you can develop where you're thinking in a very low-key way but still listening for your turn. But I also have to say again, you know, listening is hard. It's a mental exertion almost. You don't always need to have these perfectly connected because you're not. Don't expect that of yourself for sure.

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