Reflecting is the process of mirroring the speaker's message back to them. It uses your own words to confirm your understanding. This step corrects misconceptions before they cause errors. Key Elements:
Condense long stories into brief, actionable takeaways. 4 components of active listening
I can provide tailored exercises and exact scripts for your needs. Reflecting is the process of mirroring the speaker's
Active listening is more than just hearing words. It is a structured communication technique that requires the listener to fully concentrate, understand, respond, and remember what is being said. Research in interpersonal communication (e.g., from Carl Rogers and Richard Farson) identifies four core components that transform passive hearing into active listening. gentle head nods to show alignment.
Match your expressions to the speaker’s emotional tone.
Use occasional, gentle head nods to show alignment.