The Journey to Better Listening

Improving listening skills begins with self-awareness about one’s listening habits. A personal experience highlighted how a professional, despite being a coach, realized they were not truly listening and instead were caught up in their own thoughts. By participating in exercises that emphasized different styles of listening, the individual discovered the impact of genuinely listening to others, likening it to enjoying a piece of music. This realization led to a commitment to enhance listening skills, recognizing that the act of listening fosters a more productive and empathetic interaction.