Me Thinks

I think these questions in an article about communication are thought provoking:

 

Listening Poorly 

Do you interrupt people often?

Are you easily distracted during conversations?

Do you tend to make all conversations about you?

While someone else is talking, do you think about what you're going to say instead of listening to understand them?

Do you jump to conclusions when someone speaks?

Do you minimize the feelings of others or accuse them of being dramatic?

 

Reacting Emotionally

Do you start conflict often, even over little things?

Do you get angry easily or name-call?

Do you blame others when you make a mistake?

Do you often make yourself a victim in conflict?

Do you miss people's true intentions because you are easily offended?

 

Delivering Your Message Negatively

Do you criticize someone's character instead of the actions that upset you?

Do you use ultimatums or threats while arguing?

Do you use negative or nagging tones?

 

Seeking to Hurt Others

Do you find yourself using manipulation, lies, or other similar tactics to try to control others?

Do you lash out at the people you love most?

Do you say things you don't really mean that hurt others' feelings?

("3 Steps to Better Communication," Liahona, August 2021)

 

The category of "listening" is where I need to concentrate my efforts, so speak to me and let me practice:)