Listening SkillsThe Art of Understanding OthersMrs. Parker Today, class, we'll explore a vital skill: true listening.Timmy But isn’t listening just hearing what someone says?Mrs. Parker Great question, Timmy! The best way to understand people is to listen to them, but truly listening is a practiced skill, not just passive hearing.Timmy So, how do we practice listening?Mrs. Parker The shift begins when you decide to 'Listen with curiosity,' so you can speak with honesty and act with integrity.Timmy So, what kind of questions should we ask?Mrs. Parker Ask open-ended questions like 'How?' or 'Why?' to unlock deeper insights. For example, 'What was that like for you?'Timmy so, it’s about acknowledging their feelings, right?Mrs. Parker Exactly, Timmy! To truly grasp someone's perspective, you need to inquire about their feelings and the 'why' behind their statements, not just the 'what'.Timmy Got it. It’s like building a connection with them!Plot: A teacher explains how to truely listen Quotes: The best way to understand people is to listen to them. Yet, truly listening is a practiced skill, not just passive hearing. The greatest problem with communication is we don’t listen to understand. We listen to reply. The shift begins when you decide to "Listen with curiosity." then Speak with honesty.and Act with integrity. This mindset naturally leads you away from just waiting to speak and towards asking the open-ended questions that unlock deeper insight: questions like "How?" or "Why?" or "What was that like for you?" Use prompts that invite more, such as "Tell me more" or "How do you feel about that?" Asking these types of questions signals that you want to move beyond the surface and genuinely acknowledge their feelings. To truly grasp someone's perspective, you need to inquire about their feelings and the 'why' behind their statements, not just the 'what'. @Mrs. Parker: Unpredictable Examiner @Timmy: Resourceful 8yr old +Theme: Rendered in the style of vibrant anime art, characterized by bright colors, detailed hair, expressive eyes, and a soft, dreamy ambiance. The use of lighting enhances the emotional depth, while backgrounds are often softly blurred to keep focus on the central elements, creating a harmonious and visually appealing composition. Objects: Expressive glass board with glowing notes, oversized colorful ear diagram, doodled notebook, quirky pointer (e.g., topped with a star), softly glowing floating question marks, large vibrant floor cushions, subtle sparkling heart icons (visual effect), a stylized 'connection' symbol appearing momentarily, distinct sunbeam with dust motes, oversized potted plant with detailed leaves
