Avoid Prejudice and Judgment, Actively Listen

Being interested in other people means genuinely engaging with them and avoiding prejudice and self-centeredness. One key aspect of this is actively listening without distraction or judgment.

Active listening is giving full attention to the speaker verbally and nonverbally, putting aside distractions and judgment, and understanding the speaker's message.

To actively listen, follow these steps:

Give the speaker your full attention. Put away distractions like your phone or computer and focus on the speaker's voice.
Use nonverbal cues such as nodding and maintaining eye contact.
Ask questions to clarify any confusion and show the speaker that you are interested in understanding their perspective.
Repeat the speaker's words to ensure you understand their message correctly.
Do not make assumptions or judgments about the speaker based on their race, gender, religion, or any other personal characteristic. Instead, focus on understanding their message and perspective.

By actively listening without prejudice or self-centeredness, you can create stronger connections with others and improve your ability to work collaboratively towards shared goals.

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