raslalique Happy new year friends!

be a better listener (read all 4 entries…)
I was listening to a talk recently

I was listening to a talk recently where the speaker said speak only 20% of the time in conversations, especially with strangers. I’m not sure how I feel about that, if it is even feasible or practical but I’m going to give it a try.

Jul 14, 2012, 01:09PM PDT | 6 cheers


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Maggief927 is planning on doing the 3 Day in August

I talk to much

and so does the rest of my family. We don’t keep any secrets about ourselves. I am working on being a better listener. Good luck! 20% will make it awkward if the other person doesn’t say anything.

Jul 14, 2012, 04:06PM PDT | Thread | Respond to this 1 cheer

raslalique Happy new year friends!

Thanks

I have been trying this when I remember to. I haven’t reached any where close to 20% yet so I don’t know how awkward it could make things. I’ll let you know what happens when I do.

Jul 21, 2012, 12:50PM PDT | Respond to this

Rudiano Bambino Keep calm and 43T on

Interesting....

I ll try that as well. I think talkative peeps dont like silences. I certainly don’t….but i’ve noticed the usefulness of pregnant pauses, to allow people to think before they respond. Silences are needed, however uncomfortable it may feel….makes sense?

Jul 15, 2012, 04:01AM PDT | Thread | Respond to this

raslalique Happy new year friends!

I don't like silences either

I used to be a shy quiet child but as an adult I’m much more talkative. I’m trying to use more pregnant pauses too. I’m also working on appreciating silence again too. I’ll let you guys know how well I’m getting along.

Jul 21, 2012, 12:52PM PDT | Thread | Respond to this 1 cheer

Rudiano Bambino Keep calm and 43T on

Same here...well, kinda.

I was a talkative child then a shy teenager. Now making up for lost time lol. ;-)

Jul 21, 2012, 01:07PM PDT | Respond to this


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