Good Listening (TED-ed)

Who found that good listening is one of the most important things we can do to improve our relationships?

• data scientist

• behavioral scientist

• computer scientist

• relational scientist

Good listening skill is important for the following, except ...

• develop our worldview

• change people's minds

• improve relationships

• know what's in others' minds

At its core, listening in a one-on-one conversation is about taking an interest in another person and making them feel __________.

It's important to show that you're _________ when someone is talking.

"With time and practice you can internalize these basic behaviors."

Which definition best describes internalize in the statement above?

• to accept and absorb an idea

• to become interested with an idea

• to understand an idea

• to make an idea a part of you

Before even starting your conversation, ______ any distractions in the environment.

Once the conversation begins, one of the most important things you can do is also the most obvious— try not to ________.

• interrupt

• ask questions

• be curious

• smile

Another great way to show your understanding is by ___________ what you just heard and asking if you’ve missed anything.

• repeating

• commenting

• summarizing

• asking

"It’s okay to ask for a moment to formulate your response."

The word that has the closest meaning to formulate is ...

• collect

• prepare

• put together

• express

When people feel heard, they report more all of the following in their relationships, except ...

• trust

• communication

• satisfaction

• connection