The Art of Deep Listening with Ann Weiser Cornell

In this episode of The Gently Used Human Podcast, Dr. Scott Lyons sits down with Ann Weiser Cornell, a leading expert in the practice of focusing—a process for deep self-awareness and emotional healing developed by Eugene Gendlin. For over three decades, Ann has dedicated her work to helping people navigate their inner worlds, untangle stuck emotions, and create more compassionate relationships through her workshops, books, and courses. Ann is also the co-author of Untangling: How You Can Transform What’s Impossibly Stuck, a practical guide to breaking free from entrenched emotional patterns.

In this conversation, Ann shares her wisdom on how we can become better listeners—not only to those around us but to ourselves. With simple, yet profoundly impactful techniques, Ann helps us understand the importance of presence, clarity, and listening as tools for emotional healing and connection. Whether you’re seeking to improve your relationships or find a deeper sense of self-compassion, this episode provides tangible tools to take with you. 

Tune in to this episode for a compassionate, insightful conversation that invites you to take a moment for yourself and explore the transformative power of listening!

Topics We Break Down:

• The transformative power of deep listening and how it can heal relationships and ourselves.
• How to cultivate a “clear pool” within, so we can listen to others from a place of calm and openness.
• Focusing: The practice of listening to ourselves and how it helps untangle stuck emotions.
• Practical steps for becoming a better listener—both externally and internally.
• The role of language in facilitating meaningful, open dialogue.
• How to create a compassionate relationship with yourself by welcoming all parts of your experience, even those that feel shameful or uncomfortable.