Learning to listen well is one of the most loving and most useful skills we can develop
Listening,
the art of listening, empathy, the importance of listening is something
I have written about in a number of posts. Here, a colleague, Vivian
Baruch, has described a technique that any two people can use and
develop. It's one of the things that a therapist might typically
suggest for certain couples who come for counseling. It is, of course,
helpful to have a therapist to coach you in using this and to help with
the snafus that might come up, particularly at first. But, it is laid
out clearly enough here that if you follow the instructions, it could
work as excellent self-help. Try it!
http://www.vivianbaruch.com/2011/05/07/10-minute-relationship-miracle/#com
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Dear Paula Young,
ReplyDeleteI agree, listening is the most poignant aspect of a relationship. Any relationship; because without it, we are simply speaking to a wall. Those who refuse to listen are denying themselves to developing a relationship. Yet, not everyone refuses to listen. In some cases, the individual has not developed such an ear to listen, but developing such an ear is within reach. It takes time, patience, and consideration of another.
Paula Young, I am sincerely appreciative of this post. I am also appreciative of your your remarks on the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association http://www.ccpa-accp.ca/blog/?author=27 .
I'd love to hear from you to discuss possible collaborations.
Warmest of Thoughts,
Dr. Asa Don Brown
Dr. Brown. So right you are; listening is an art that also requires a wish-a wish to understand another. But, as you said, most people can develop this skill. Thank you for your warm and inviting comment,
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