TED talks: Julian Treasure: 5 ways to listen better vocabulary

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What percentage of what we hear do we typically retain?

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25 percent.

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What happens if you leave pink noise on for too long?

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You would literally cease to hear it.

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How can we define listening in the context of sound?

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Listening is making meaning from sound; it's a mental process.

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Where can you take refuge according to the phrase 'take refuge in'?

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In your father's house.

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What is a common phrase that describes being dishonest?

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People may fall short of being honest.

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What is the term for the ability to understand and interpret sounds?

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Listening.

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What is the psychological process involved in listening?

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It is a mental process that involves making meaning from sound.

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What is the effect of continuous exposure to a sound like pink noise?

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Desensitization to the sound, leading to a cessation of awareness.

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What does it mean to 'fall short' in a moral context?

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To fail to meet a standard of honesty or integrity.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'take refuge'?

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It implies seeking safety or comfort in a familiar place.