When was the last time that you really listened to someone without trying to interrupt them or give your opinion? Listening is such a gift, yet we live in such a distracted world where it’s rare for people to really listen in their everyday lives.

I’ve been sitting with and practicing listening in my own life and am starting to intertwine this in my coaching and retreats, especially as we talk about listening in Love & Leadership.

In this episode, I’m sharing 2 things that keep us from being great listeners with the intention that you will keep them at the forefront of your thinking in order to be more mindful and conscious of how you’re listening to the people around you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The gift of listening.
• How there are so many opportunities to listen to others.
• 2 things that keep us from being great listeners.
• Distractions that keep you from listening.
• The power of perspective.
• That lack of attention takes you out of the present moment.
• The importance of being honest with others about what you’re interested in and not interested in.
• How to find ways to be present with others that you both enjoy.

This week’s homework:

• Start to notice when and where you’re distracted. What’s keeping you occupied and distracted?
• What is it about the distraction that is keeping you stressed and from listening?
• How are you not being present in your life and with the people and priorities you care about?
• Are you rushing through things?
• What is holding you back from paying attention?

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