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@vansspreadslove Congratulations on being a listener. I would share what I practice while listening,

1.) Don't just hear, listen, understand what they are saying. This means giving them attention and making it comfortable for them to share. 

2.) Don't judge, Now to be honest being a human you are bound to think in terms of right and wrong, so yes you will judge, just don't let it affect your behaviour towards them. Try to stay as neutral as you can.

3.) Try not to Advice them. At times I do share my opinion about things, what would I have done had I been in a similar situation, but you have to frame it in a way that it doesn't sound like an advice. And also General rule is avoid doing this.

4.) Enjoy. Listening should not burden you, you should enjoy this and be comfortable doing it. If at any point you feel uncomfortable or don't feel like listening, take a break. It's fine to tell people you won't be able to continue.

Listening beings from within, so just listen to yourself, believe in yourself. 

Happy Listening 🤗

@vansspreadslove welcome, wishing you the best of luck on your listening journey and feel free to send me a message anytime at all, should you need advice and have any questions. Nice to meet you, have a nice evening 😊🥰

Sending love from Nigeria