Have you ever noticed how busy the mind can be when someone talks to you? Deciding if you agree or disagree, thinking about what’s next or what just happened? The mind can be very busy, and we can learn to listen better, as well. We can listen with awareness. Listening with awareness means we are fully focused on listening. It also means that as thoughts arise, we let them pass through the mind as clouds move through a clear blue sky. And then return the focus to listening. Next time someone is speaking to you, remember to practice listening with awareness and notice what happens. You may find you actually feel more present, alert and caring.
Remembering awareness is a gift to your self and others. Please take care.
