Hearing is not enough

Hearing is mechanical. 

It requires sound waves and your auditory system. 

Listening is emotional. 

It demands you to pay attention to the words selected by others and feel the emotions embedded in those words through their use of tone and gestures. 

The gift of listening sends a clear message: you’re important, appreciated, valuable.  

Listening is courageous.

It’s rare to find someone who really listens. 

Did you hear me? Sure. 

 Are you listening? That’s up to you.  

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