Tuesday February 17, 2026

Thought of the day

 "This ability to listen is a gift and grows as we grow spiritually life takes on a new meaning

 when we open ourselves to this gift." 

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We may struggle through meetings,  trying desperately to hear the person sharing while our minds are busy planning what we will say when it's our turn to speak. In conversation, we may suddenly realize that our answers have nothing to do with the questions we're being asked. They are, instead, speeches prepared while in the grip of our self-obsession. 

Learning how to listen--really listen--is a difficult task, but one that's not beyond our reach. 

We might begin by acknowledging in our replies what our conversational partner is saying. 

We might ask if there is anything we can do to help when someone expresses a problem.

With a little practice, we can find greater freedom from self-obsession and closer contact with the people in our lives.
 

Committment for the Day

 I will quiet my own thoughts and listen to what someone else is saying. 

One Day At A Time