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GOOD LISTENING = CURIOSITY + RESTRAINT
Being a good listener isn’t about having the right answer—it’s about curiosity, patience, and knowing when to hold back.
Derek Hagen
Apr 17, 20252 min read


RESIST THE URGE TO "FIX" THINGS
You don’t have to fix it. Listening with empathy builds connection and trust—and helps others find their own next step.
Derek Hagen
Apr 10, 20253 min read


SUMMARIZING: HELPING OTHERS FEEL UNDERSTOOD
Want to help loved ones feel truly heard? Try summarizing what they say. It builds clarity, connection, and trust.
Derek Hagen
Apr 3, 20253 min read


HELPING OTHERS FEEL UNDERSTOOD
Want to be a better listener? Reflective listening helps others feel heard—and helps you truly understand what they mean.
Derek Hagen
Mar 27, 20253 min read
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