The Power of Listening Quotes

“While often done with the best intent, telling someone how to fix their problem invalidates their feelings and changes the dynamic of the conversation.”
― Damian Blair, The Power of Listening: How to Improve Relationships by Becoming an Active Listener

“Empathic listening isn’t about pity for the other person but rather the ability to feel their suffering with an understanding of their point of view and a desire to help.”
― Damian Blair, The Power of Listening: How to Improve Relationships by Becoming an Active Listener

“Being without knowledge of the other person’s feelings or intent will put communication in peril, frequently resulting in unresolved conflict or damage to the relationship.”
― Damian Blair, The Power of Listening: How to Improve Relationships by Becoming an Active Listener