12/8/09

simple and powerful


The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them. --Ralph Nichols

2 comments:

Heather said...

And one of the hardest things to do. But one of the greatest gifts you can give anyone, be it an elderly person at your church, a friend, or your own kids. To truly listen to what they are saying, instead of thinking about your own agenda/problems while only "hearing" theirs...

Can't wait to see you on Saturday and meet your friends! Hoping for a bit of warmth, and NO SNOW!

Jeanne Estridge said...

According to the personality profile they did where I used to work, I have "sporadic listening skills." It's very difficult for me to sit still for long periods of time, or to listen to someone talk if there's no interaction.

But I try....