listening

hearing the words
versus
listening for the
feeling and intent
behind the words

Why is it so much easier
to talk than to listen?

Have you ever pretended
to listen
but really
you are waiting
for an opening
in the conversation?

Inhibit the impulse
and be...

an active listener
genuinely interested in
another's perspective.
actively checking understanding
before responding.

Maybe there's a reason
why we have two ears
and one mouth.