Insights I Got From Noticing How I Listen to People ~ Quiet Leadership

As I listened to my mother talk about her work day and what she had/had not accomplished. I found myself listening for a chance to be funny because at some points in our conversation the tone dipped into a little bit of anger, depression, and frustration. I was listening to some external distractions, though I did try rather hard to block out both my brother's conversation with my father and the basketball game. I was listening to what was going on with her as to be supportive and a good daughter and howI could help (though in this respect it seemed that just talking it out with her was the most help). And, finally, I was listening to understand her problems/dilemmas. All in all, it was a pretty good conversation in that I was a fairly active listener - though after making these points I should definitely strive to be even better at this as listening is a HUGE part of leadership.

Mom & I in Kauai Zip Lining