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The Beauty of Listening: How to Listen with Purpose and Enjoy the Benefits

By April A

World Listening Day is a time to celebrate the importance of listening. It’s a time to appreciate the benefits of listening and to listen with purpose. When we listen with purpose, we open ourselves up to new opportunities and experiences. We allow ourselves to connect with others in a deeper way, and we gain knowledge that can help us grow. In this blog post, we will explore the beauty of listening and discuss some of the benefits that come with it!

Listening is a skill that’s often underrated. We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded with noise and distractions, and it can be difficult to truly listen to someone or something. But when we take the time to really listen, it can be a beautiful and enriching experience.

There are many benefits to listening, but here are a few of the most notable ones:

  • Listening increases connection. When you listen to someone, you show that you value them and their opinion. This can help to create strong bonds and lasting relationships.
  • Listening leads to learning. When you listen to someone, you are giving them the opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with you. This can help you expand your own understanding of the world and grow as a person.
  • Listening can be healing. When you create a space for someone to feel truly heard, valued, and understood, it is nurturing to their well-being. Sometimes that act of healing others can heal ourselves or create new awareness that eases a frustration or pain point in ourselves.

Listening is a skill that is worth developing, and there are many benefits that come with it. So, on this World Listening Day, let’s take a moment to appreciate the art of listening! And if you’re looking to improve your listening skills, here are a few tips:

  • Set aside distractions and be present. This will allow you to pay attention to the person who is speaking. Make sure to give them your full attention and really listen to what they have to say.
  • Make it your purpose to understand the speaker’s point of view. Empathize with them and try to see things through their life experiences. When we listen to understand, as opposed to listening for an opportunity to speak, we gain new perspective.
  • Be curious. If you’re not sure about something, ask the speaker to clarify. This will show that you’re engaged in the conversation and want to understand more.
  • Repeat back what you’ve heard. This will help to ensure that you’ve understood the speaker correctly and can also provide clarification for the speaker.

Listening is a skill that is essential for all of us to practice. So, on this World Listening Day, take a moment to listen with the purpose of understanding, and appreciate the beauty of listening!

What are your thoughts on listening? How will you celebrate World Listening Day?