Tara Brach

Listening to the Song – Part 1

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Jul 24, 2025
Discover the transformative power of deep listening and its vital role in healing personal and societal divides. Explore the essential qualities that make great listeners, linking empathy and presence to compassion. Delve into the effects of technology on our ability to listen genuinely, and learn how openness and mindfulness can enhance our connections. Experience the healing aspects of deep listening, creating safe spaces for expression, and fostering intimacy in relationships.
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ANECDOTE

Hearts Distance Explains Shouting

  • When angry, people shout because their hearts are distant, needing volume to hear each other.
  • In love, hearts are close, allowing soft voices and deep listening, illustrating connection's power.
INSIGHT

Average Listening is Inefficient

  • Most people listen at only 25% efficiency and forget 80% of what they hear in an hour.
  • Listening requires full presence, but we often live in distraction or reaction instead.
INSIGHT

Technology Undermines Focus

  • Technology overload fragments attention and decreases the brain’s ability to concentrate deeply.
  • Constant stimulation creates dopamine addiction, making slow, deep listening increasingly difficult.
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