In this episode, I explore the element of listening as a transformative shift in public speaking, based on insights from Lee Leek Stein’s Be Heard Now. I discuss how mutual listening in speaking circles fosters confidence, engagement, and authenticity. Throughout the episode, I reflect on positive mirroring, overcoming speaking anxiety, and practical exercises to cultivate luminous listening for better communication and presence.🔹 Timestamps:00:00:02 - 00:00:09 | Introduction & Greetings – Welcoming listeners and introducing today’s topic.00:00:10 - 00:00:17 | Recap of Previous Episode – Revisiting key takeaways from the last discussion on relational presence.00:00:18 - 00:00:34 | Overview of Today's Topic – Introduction to the element of listening and why it’s a game changer.00:00:36 - 00:01:00 | The Foundation of Relational Presence – Understanding the role of listening in speaking circles.00:01:05 - 00:01:50 | Mutual Listening & Group Dynamics – Exploring the ideal group size and structure in speaking circles.00:01:51 - 00:03:08 | The Counterintuitive Nature of Speaker Listening – How speakers also engage in active listening.00:03:09 - 00:04:21 | Early Barriers to Public Speaking – The impact of childhood experiences on speaking confidence.00:04:22 - 00:06:02 | Breaking Through Speaking Fear – Overcoming the instinct to hide and learning self-trust.00:06:03 - 00:07:50 | Rewiring the Brain for Safe Speaking – The neuroscience behind forming new confidence pathways.00:07:51 - 00:09:58 | The Role of Luminous Listening – How neutral, receptive listening transforms speakers’ confidence.00:09:59 - 00:12:01 | Receiving vs. Demanding Audience Attention – Shifting from seeking validation to embracing presence.00:12:02 - 00:14:04 | Reflection Prompts for Practicing Listening – Exercises to deepen listening skills and relational presence.00:14:05 - 00:17:18 | Cultivating Luminous Listening – What it means to hold space for speakers with an open, soft gaze.00:17:19 - 00:20:24 | Applying Speaking Circle Practices in Daily Life – Transferring these skills to real-life conversations.00:20:25 - 00:22:41 | Final Thoughts & Next Episode Teaser – Wrapping up and introducing The Element of Gaze.

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