What are some ways to encourage active listening feedback?

It is important to start any conversation with the beginners mind, this allows you to be curious and listen actively to the other person. Also providing a safe nonjudgmental space, encourages the other person to speak freely and express themselves. Being present and fully in the space, not thinking about anything except the conversation going on is very important too. Another thing which helps in mindful active listening is to be in a place away from distractions. This allows you to be fully engaged. Active listening means that you should listen and feel and understand the other person, so showing compassion is very important. Also, showing verbal and non verbal cues, being patient and giving time to the other person to express themselves

Mindfulness is the most important aspect when it comes to active empathetic listening, as it helps to build connect with the speaker. Appreciative listening is the second part to help the speaker understand that you're actively listening. This is useful for strong team building. Coming to the third part i.e. informational listening, helps one individual to secure information which builds trust within the team or peers. Finally, paraphrasing and summarizing can help hone the active listening skills and break barriers.

One way to start is with eye contact. Establishing and maintaining eye contact signals attentiveness and shows that you are engaged in the conversation.

En Mindfulness la escucha activa es una escucha cardiaca, es decir, escuchar desde el corazón con menos intervención de la mente, que es la que normalmente analiza, juzga, interpreta, asume y esto se puede volver un obstáculo en la comunicación, la práctica de la escucha consciente nos vuelve más compasivos, más amables y esto seguro mejorará la forma en la que nos relacionamos con los demás.

In my experience we need to first understand we are listening to listen - and not to respond. This perspective frees us from having to engage and really tune in to what is being said. Once we are listening to listen - we experience that most people want to be heard and will continue to speak if we, the listener, are silent. The person speaking will feel compelled to continue speaking and we are listening to them, actively, because that was the intention from the beginning. This does take practice, as most of us are programmed to response, and it is worth trying out in your world. Observe how silence alone can bridge the gap in connection.

When executed well, feedback loops are powerful relational tools. In addition to using mindfulness to be fully present, and and active and reflective listening, it is important to first ask the receiver if they are willing and able to receive the feedback; engaging in a feedback loop with someone who is distracted, preoccupied or stressed isn't always the best idea. I encourage my clients to ask permission first, and if now isn't the time, collaborate and nail down a specific time to circle back when the receiver is going to be in a better place to hear the feedback.

Discovering the "sandwich feedback" technique last year was a game-changer for me! Here's how it works: ??Positive Highlight: “Hey John, excellent job securing a high-value client this month!” ??Constructive Part: ? Don't: Criticize, Blame, Offend, Be vague. ? Do: Highlight areas for improvement, Suggest solutions, Be specific, Offer a brainstorming session. For instance: “I notice no further sales since then. Let's review your pipeline together, identifying areas for improvement to keep the momentum.” ??Positive Reinforcement: “Your sales skills are evident; I'm confident that with your dedication, you'll excel and secure more sales.” For me, it's undeniably the best way to empower individuals for continuous improvement!

Reflecting on feedback and active listening, it's clear that good communication is essential for building connections and personal growth. Imagine these interactions as a dance, where both parties have important roles. Setting clear goals, choosing the right time and place, and agreeing on basic rules are crucial to making this dance work. The "sandwich method" and "SBI model" are tools that help us give feedback effectively. They provide structure and clarity. But remember, it's not just about talking; it's about listening too. When we ask the other person for their thoughts and feelings, we create a space for understanding and connection. I've seen these principles work wonders in therapy, helping people connect, learn, and grow.

Feedback loops can be used to analyse a client's behaviour and to improve the quality of it. Feed back loops help one to gather information about their actions and give them a chance to act on it in a positive way. When you are at the receiving end, it helps to understand what a client wants and expects from you. Client satisfaction, retention and trust are some of the outcomes of feedback loops.

The mirror game teaches us about non-verbal cues and understanding emotions without words. It's a reminder that real connections go beyond just talking. The story game reminds us to pay attention to details and use our creativity and memory. Each sentence in the story shows how important listening is. The feedback game helps us understand the value of clear communication. It's about making sure we understand each other by repeating and confirming information. As a therapist, I've seen how these games break down barriers and build trust. They teach empathy, memory, and clear communication. They help us become better listeners and communicators, creating spaces for genuine and meaningful connections.

Here is another active listening game addition: Silent Drawing: Grab a partner, sit back-to-back, and describe an image or scene without revealing it. The other person listens attentively and draws what they hear. Finish the artwork and see how accurate your drawing is. Truly demonstrates the power of effective communication, doesn't it?

Active listening games and exercises enhance listening skills, build trust, and encourage teamwork. The mirror game involves mimicking each other's non-verbal cues, fostering synchronization. The story game lets a group create a story, enhancing attention to details and creativity. The feedback game hones feedback skills through repetition and confirmation, ensuring clarity and accuracy.

Active listening is an art and I firmly believe it. We need to practice it. Most important thing is empathetic understanding about the other individual. Empathetic understanding will allow us to pay more attention and listen to others. In my life many times I experienced that some people repeat the words I said but no feelings showing non-verbally. Therefore, in my practice I fully attend to the conversation verbally and non-verbally and hope that will create a safer environment for other individual to share their prospectives due to knowing I am actively listening.

Three points that I've found very helpful. Mastering how to deal with them while practicing will encourage active listening, build trust, resolve conflicts and increase productivity. Avoiding And/Or Dealing With: ??Being Emotional: Such as being excited, angry, upset, or distracted! That can easily affect your concentration and attention. ??Having Psychological Barriers: Such as assuming, thinking, or judging the speaker! That can prevent you from listening with an open mind and understanding the speaker’s perspective. ??Not Understanding Culture Conflicts: Such as various norms, values, and expectations. That can make you misinterpret the speakers gestures, expressions and tone of voice! Practicing The Above = Quality Communication!

I would prefer to term active listening as reflective listening for better meaning, with the objective being to demonstrate understanding, validate the client's feelings, and ensure accurate reception of the message. I add Reflective Listening into my sessions through various approaches, including: 1Encouraging Reflection 2.Validating Emotions 3.Using Open-Ended Questions 4.Requesting Input on Communication Style 5.Modeling Active Listening Reflective listening holds a significant role for the seamless flow of the session.

Remember that feedback is an expression of care Among human yearnings, there is the yearning of belonging and connection with others. When listening to constructive feedback, fear of rejection and criticism can interfere with active listening, and defensiveness can be the way we engage, in order to protect our yearning to belong. If we intentionally remind ourselves that even criticism is a way to connect to us, is a way to express care for us and the wish for us to do better, we can easy ourselves more in maintaining the active listening state.

Not everyone comes by active listening easily. Actually, I've found that most people are really awful at it. The first step is self-awareness and committing to improving your listening skills, for the sake of being a better colleague, friend, parent, student, teacher.. As someone who truly wants to be a better listener, I remind myself that it's okay to be honest with the other person. Saying something like "I'm sorry, my mind was elsewhere, can you explain that again?" is totally acceptable. We are all human, and attempting to be mindful and respectful of each other is something we can always improve upon.