Empathetic communication is an indispensable skill that makes personal and professional relationships better. By developing ...

Without active listening, our understanding can be flawed, assumptions and prejudices can be made, and communication may become a hassle. You need appropriate focus to understand the depth of ...

Communication techniques like active listening, using “I” statements, and non-verbal cues help couples connect and understand each other better.

One such skill is active listening. This week’s article will explore what active listening is and how this technique can help to enhance communication. What is active listening?

Active Listening While passive listening, with its emphasis on nonverbal cues, is key to understanding unspoken communication, active listening remains at the core of verbal communication.

This is a good idea regardless of whether you’re wearing a face mask, but practicing active listening —including nodding along to the conversation or a well-placed “mmm-hmm”—can also ...