as i grow older, isn’t it crazy when people say that, if you are breathing you are getting older duhhhh…

but anyway…………………..I am constantly amazed at the power and skill involved in being a good listener

finding out, if i am thinking how to respond i am not listening, i am more concerned about what i’m saying

”i hear what you are saying” is both a statement of attention and a statement of respect

power in the exchange between the spokesman and the hearer…………………….with no response

less is really more when listening, less disruptive to the thought process and generally someone who really needs to talk is already in turmoil they don’t need unsolicited advice they need to be heard

you want to make a real impression on someone, or bond with a person…………………………..listen to them

often what we don’t say is more important than what we do say…………………………………listen

you will be in high demand