“Listening is an art, one of the most powerful tools you can develop for genuine understanding and growth. The act of listening, without immediately needing to reply, argue, or share your perspective, is transformational. When you learn to truly listen, you open up a space to appreciate, absorb, and explore ideas that may have otherwise slipped by unnoticed. This part of your journey is all about creating that space for yourself and others.

It’s about allowing a greater flow of understanding and genuine connection to emerge. Most of us fall into the habit of “listening to reply,” where our main focus is waiting for our turn to speak. True listening is listening without an agenda. It’s about giving the speaker the spotlight and absorbing their words with respect and curiosity. Listen first and foremost to understand, not to speak. Know first where they are coming from.

Ask yourself as you listen, “What can I learn here?” or “What are they really trying to convey? “This practice keeps you open and engaged, without feeling the need to challenge, judge, or counter. Instead of simply nodding along while crafting your response, aim to listen purely to understand. Seek to know more by asking open-ended questions, not to argue or counterpoint, but to dig deeper. Magic can happen when you do. Try these:

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“Can you explain what you mean by that?”  “What does that mean to you?” “Could you tell me more?” By doing this, you encourage openness and build rapport, showing you value the other person’s experience and perspective. Reflect their words back to them in your own to ensure you’ve understood, then let them clarify if needed. I’ll share more next time. Meanwhile, begin putting this into action today. Great things can happen.

Sometimes, the most impactful thing you can do after someone finishes sharing is simply to pause, letting their words hang and showing they’ve been heard. So, take this step today. Embrace this journey, and watch your world open up! Imagine developing the skills not just to hear, but to understand deeply, and to grow from every conversation. As you do you’ll notice relationships growing stronger. You’ll connect deeper and in rewarding ways.

‘Be the change you want to see in the world.’ GO FIRST. Give to get! If you’re ready to transform how you interact with the world around you, I invite you to join one of my programs today and learn how to apply these principles in every area of your life. Together, we’ll move beyond old habits, unlocking your potential to connect, create, and flourish with a fresh, open-minded approach to listening. Everything changes when you do. Celebrate Everything!” Rex Sikes

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