Stop and Listen
Stop and Listen
Stop and Listen
How many times have you heard someone say this or read this in an article about communication skills?
How hard is it to actually do when youre in the moment? Harder than it sounds. When were knee deep
within a serious discussion or argument with our significant other, its hard to put aside our point for the
moment and just listen. Were often so afraid of not being heard, we rush to keep talking. Ironically, such
behavior makes it all the more likely we wont be heard.
All the while youre reading your partners nonverbal signals, be aware of your own. Make and maintain
eye contact, keep a neutral body stance and tone to your voice, and sit next to the person when youre
talking to them.
enjoys fun and taking a break from the seriousness of work and other demands made on us.