Mastering the Art of Active Listening

Give Your Full Attention: When someone is speaking, focus on them entirely. Avoid distractions and truly engage in the conversation.

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Maintain Eye Contact: Making eye contact shows that you're fully present and interested in what the other person is saying.

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Avoid Interrupting: Let the speaker finish their thoughts before responding. Interrupting can disrupt their flow and make them feel unheard.

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Use Nonverbal Cues: Nodding, smiling, and using facial expressions and body language to convey that you're actively listening and empathizing.

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Ask Open-Ended Questions: Encourage the speaker to share more by asking open-ended questions that require more than a simple "yes" or "no" response.

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Paraphrase and Reflect: Summarize what the speaker has said to ensure you've understood correctly.

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