#Listen

Listening is a lost art. Doctors don't do it. Husbands don't do it. Politicians don't do it. Most of us don't do it. Active listening means hitting pause on your Type A dashboard and making sure you understand not just what others are saying but what they mean. Here are some tips on how to do it better.

Active listening requires mastering many skills, including reading body language and tone of voice, maintaining your attention, and being aware of and controlling your emotional response. In this article, the author explains what active listening is and how to improve this essential communication skill.