Psychology Has It Backwards Episode 195: Common Misunderstandings, Part 1
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Jul 5, 2025 Unpack the challenges of communication, particularly how misunderstandings derail connections. Discover the perils of daydreaming and overthinking, and the power of mindfulness in enhancing life. Learn about the shift toward deep, receptive listening in psychology, and how it can deepen relationships. Explore the transformative impact of emotional engagement in learning, moving from mere absorption to genuine understanding. Personal anecdotes reveal the significance of active listening and the importance of not taking things personally for stronger connections.
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Quiet Mind Enhances Listening
- Avoid overthinking during conversations as it prevents genuine listening and understanding.
- Quiet your mind to naturally maintain attention and absorb the true feeling behind words.
Listening Beyond Thinking
- Listening with a quiet mind lets you receive life directly rather than filtering through your thoughts.
- True listening opens you to new feelings and insights, unlike thinking about what to say next.
Feeling Trumps Note Taking
- Judy found that absorbing the feeling during a drive after a meeting was more meaningful than note-taking.
- This experience helped her realize true understanding comes from feeling, not just intellectual recall.