Have you ever started to share with someone and they quickly jump in with how you should solve your issue…when you haven’t actually explained what the issue is yet?
I’ve learned to say “Do you want me to give you feedback, or just listen?”
So at times we are asked for feedback and our perspective or ideas on solutions. Other times, we just want someone to listen and lets us process.
Why It’s Important to Truly Listen
A third scenario – and one of my favorites – is when we know we have the solution within us but need help shining a light on it. There are a few therapy modalities, such as David Grove’s Clean Language, that does just that. You don’t give the person feedback per se, but instead you give them room to hear what they are saying…and what they already know.
It’s essential to create a safe space where we can truly listen to one another.
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