There are so many different reasons for listening. In this series, we’re presenting a range of inquiries as a way to think about how and why we listen, and how our intentions affect the experience.
Today we’re asking: How can we listen to humanize?
What happens when we thank someone for listening to us?
When you’re telling someone how you feel about an emotional topic, you can pause partway to tell them you appreciate them. You can say, “Thank you for not saying anything and just listening right now. It’s really helping me.”
Your appreciation will reinforce their behavior and reassure them they’re helping you even without saying anything.
How Can We Listen
