32. Ten Ways to be a Better Listener

23/09/2025 32 min Temporada 3 Episodio 6
32. Ten Ways to be a Better Listener

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Genuine listening has become a rare art. In this episode, Ryan and Emily Baker break down ten practical strategies that transform ordinary conversations into sacred encounters. Whether one-on-one with a friend or in a small group, deep listening builds safe spaces for people to feel known and loved. In a polarized and sound-bite world, we hope this discussion will inspire and equip people to live an un-hurried life ready to engage topics that matter to their fellow-man. From honoring the sacredness of what others share to recognizing our own biases and resistances, each tip builds toward a revolutionary approach to human connection.We delve into game-changing concepts like the "Three Sigh Rule," which suggests waiting through three natural pauses in conversation before responding – often allowing people to process their own thoughts more completely. We explore how to listen for understanding rather than formulating replies, how to notice nonverbal cues that speak volumes, and how to offer empathy without rushing to solutions.Perhaps most powerfully, the Bakers remind us that "listening to someone is the most humanizing thing we can do." In a culture that often fragments and isolates us, the simple act of attentive listening affirms another's dignity and worth. It helps people "feel felt," remain calm, and make connections they might not otherwise discover.Send us a text