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Last Updated on December 3, 2020
4. Share Your Perspective
When you share your side of things, it shows you have been actively listening to what the other person had to say. Just be careful not to overwhelm the other person with your thoughts and doubts. If asked for advice, go ahead and give your perspective, but always keep in mind that you’re the listener, you’re there to support and give advice, so don’t steal the spotlight.5. Don’t Be Afraid To Ask Questions
One of the most important active listening skills is asking questions instead of reading someone else’s mind. Whenever you feel curious or even doubtful about something, it’s always best to ask questions right away. By doing this, you’ll show interest in the conversation, but you’ll also be doing yourself a favor. When we disconnect or stop understanding something, we tend to give up and stop listening at all. Remember to keep your questions open, so you allow the other person to diverge in their thoughts instead of giving you a simple no or yes answer.6. Do Not Interrupt
Whatever you do, interrupting is never the best choice. It’s normal to want to jump in the conversation with solutions and advice, but you shouldn’t do this unless it’s asked, or you feel like the other person’s idea has come to an end. Again, some people only want to vent, and they just need a listener.7. Be Honest About How You’re Feeling In That Exact Moment
Let’s say your friend wants some advice, or your work colleague wants to talk about work. But you’re feeling super stressed about your day, or you’re in a rush for a doctor’s appointment. Whatever the case might be, you should always be honest about it because your focus or listening skills won’t be as efficient as they would be if you were having a normal day. Think of it like this, you’ve just been broken up with, and today your friend asks you for some advice on their dating problems. Because you had such a bad experience with love recently, your advice will most likely be negative towards relationships, because you’ll be thinking about your situation, even if unconsciously. Sometimes it’s best to say “not today,” you’ll be doing yourself and the other person a favor.- Advertisement -
