We will not always agree, and others might not agree with us, but to be listened too, and your point of view to be understood, is what really matters …
Right? I mean, even when I don’t ‘agree’ with someone, it doesn’t mean I think they are wrong. I can understand what others think/feel even if it is not the same for me. Thank you Ivor.
listening to other’s point of view is the beginning of dialogue. We do not have to agree but we should allow others to express themselves. And then others should allow us the same courtesy. It’s called civilized social interaction.
I know how important it is to me to have someone with active listening skills, so I think when we can be attentive with openness to the message and respect for the speaker, it is a wonderful habit. Have a wonderful weekend, dear Colleen.
It is something I am trying to be better about, to be more conscious of. I sometimes get so excited to ‘share’ that I stop listening well. I need to correct that.
I agree with everyone else basically. Showing understanding with active listening does feel good and it is active listening. It is hurtful if people turn away, just stare, or interrupt when someone is talking. It is a sense of showing empathy even though I never thought of that before. It also creates a safe place to share your beliefs even if there are differences of opinions. I need an active listener, otherwise I may just stop talking. Lovely post Colleen. You always make me think about things with a new set of eyes or perspective. Thank you and sending hugs. ❤️🤗❤️🤗
Thank you Joni. It is hurtful, that is a good word. I appreciate your response on this. We need to have safe places to express. I appreciate friends SO much who do not agree with me but I have no fear of expressing myself because “I” have value to them even in disagreements.
Yes you do and I am so glad you are sharing them. I love reading your work. It is wise and uplifting. It is also provocative. So glad I found you here.
Love and big hugs ❤️🤗 Joni
THANK you, CM! Just today I was wondering why I share things with a particular friend. Today I showed her a pic of a food item. Her response: Ew! That looks revolting!
Another time I mentioned my daughter had made peach cobbler. She tells me she despises peach cobbler. Twice she has vehemently bashed my grocery store choices. I kept wondering, why can’t she just disagree in silence like a normal polite person?
Reading this post on the correct day to remind me good, normal people like you exist!!!
I will GLADLY nod while you talk! And thank YOU for thinking I am normal 🙂 I think some folks have lost (or never had) filters. It happens. Just nod and smile at her. 😉
(this is a visual: I thump my heart twice with my fist, point at you with a nod of my head and not exactly a wink, but my eye closing a bit to say …..I got you.)
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Yes, it is a good feeling.
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I am trying to be better at it. 🙂
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It is a very good feeling. But I always agree with you, for true.
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You are always so good to me Cindy 🙂
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We will not always agree, and others might not agree with us, but to be listened too, and your point of view to be understood, is what really matters …
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Right? I mean, even when I don’t ‘agree’ with someone, it doesn’t mean I think they are wrong. I can understand what others think/feel even if it is not the same for me. Thank you Ivor.
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Very true and it is a good feeling. Unfortunately listening is an art many don’t have any more. Lucky we do!
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I think you’re right Ute. I know I can be better. Sometimes when I write things like this it helps me pay better attention to what I need to do.
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it is such a gift to them.
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It is so nice to be heard.
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*nods head*
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*appreciates you*
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*warm contented smile*
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😌
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Here’s to empathy, MBC.
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Here Here MBM!
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listening to other’s point of view is the beginning of dialogue. We do not have to agree but we should allow others to express themselves. And then others should allow us the same courtesy. It’s called civilized social interaction.
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And that was nicely stated Eric. 🙂
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A precious gift 💛
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For both parties.
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I know how important it is to me to have someone with active listening skills, so I think when we can be attentive with openness to the message and respect for the speaker, it is a wonderful habit. Have a wonderful weekend, dear Colleen.
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Thank you Debra! I hope your weekend was lovely.
It is something I am trying to be better about, to be more conscious of. I sometimes get so excited to ‘share’ that I stop listening well. I need to correct that.
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I agree with everyone else basically. Showing understanding with active listening does feel good and it is active listening. It is hurtful if people turn away, just stare, or interrupt when someone is talking. It is a sense of showing empathy even though I never thought of that before. It also creates a safe place to share your beliefs even if there are differences of opinions. I need an active listener, otherwise I may just stop talking. Lovely post Colleen. You always make me think about things with a new set of eyes or perspective. Thank you and sending hugs. ❤️🤗❤️🤗
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Thank you Joni. It is hurtful, that is a good word. I appreciate your response on this. We need to have safe places to express. I appreciate friends SO much who do not agree with me but I have no fear of expressing myself because “I” have value to them even in disagreements.
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Yes you do and I am so glad you are sharing them. I love reading your work. It is wise and uplifting. It is also provocative. So glad I found you here.
Love and big hugs ❤️🤗 Joni
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I’m glad you connected here too Joni. You always make me feel so very good. 🙂 I appreciate you.
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Ditto my friend. I love your wisdom. ❤️🤗😘Love Joni
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THANK you, CM! Just today I was wondering why I share things with a particular friend. Today I showed her a pic of a food item. Her response: Ew! That looks revolting!
Another time I mentioned my daughter had made peach cobbler. She tells me she despises peach cobbler. Twice she has vehemently bashed my grocery store choices. I kept wondering, why can’t she just disagree in silence like a normal polite person?
Reading this post on the correct day to remind me good, normal people like you exist!!!
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I will GLADLY nod while you talk! And thank YOU for thinking I am normal 🙂 I think some folks have lost (or never had) filters. It happens. Just nod and smile at her. 😉
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I do. Sigh. Thanks, CM.
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(this is a visual: I thump my heart twice with my fist, point at you with a nod of my head and not exactly a wink, but my eye closing a bit to say …..I got you.)
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I can totally see that! I did it along with you! Well visualized, my friend!
And thanks. 🙂 Garsh.
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