Talking Tips
EMPATHIC LISTENING EXERCISE TO PRACTICE WITH YOUR PARTNER
The listener’s going to repeat back what the speaker says.
Listener’s job is to try to understand and to show caring for the Speaker’s feelings.
Speaker thanks Listener for listening, shows sign of appreciation.
A GIFT TO YOUR PARTNER
: Affirming, Validating, Empathizing
Remind yourself that how we listen to others impacts their willingness to confide.