The Practice of the Practice Podcast | Innovative Ideas to Start, Grow, and Scale a Therapy Practice Productivity: The Future of Listening with Greg McKeown | POP 1213
Jun 3, 2025
In this discussion, author Greg McKeown, known for his New York Times bestsellers Essentialism and Effortless, shares insights on prioritizing what truly matters in life. He delves into the art of deeper listening, highlighting its transformative impact on relationships. The conversation also touches on intergenerational connections, advocating for mindful legacy planning. Greg emphasizes empathetic listening as a tool for shifting mindsets and fostering meaningful interactions across both personal and professional realms.
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Essentialism Born From Failure
- Greg McKeown learned essentialism after failing to prioritize when his daughter was born and he was distracted by work.
- He realized if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will, which resonates universally.
Crisis of Deep Listening
- Society lacks training in deep listening, leading to mostly surface-level interactions.
- Technology and social media exacerbate this by distracting us and promoting anti-listening, which harms genuine connection.
Status Shapes Listening
- Western introductions often begin with status or job questions, unlike Indigenous cultures that start with ancestral connections.
- This status focus impacts how we listen and engage, often leading to superficial interactions.
