Talk LESS, Listen MORE | Simon Sinek

Making someone feel heard doesn't mean you're wrong. To achieve any amount of peace or understanding, we need to be curious and LISTEN instead of demonizing the opposition.

Recorded at Cox Communications, December 2021.
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Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.

Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do.

Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game.

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[muellerphyllis]

I heard this once. We listen not to hear, but to respond. That has stuck with me and helped me keep my opinions to myself. Have a great day everyone.

[heathergrahame]

Whether a person has been heard is determined by the speaker, not the listener. Effing brilliant.
I rarely feel heard by others. And I'm allowed to feel that way. Thank you for validating my right to feel not heard by others.

[racaciaruth]

I ask my class kids, "what did I say?" and most times they did not hear. We must feel in listening. It's the first step to greater - at empathy, compassion, caring and understanding the other person. 🙏 Simon Sinek ❤️ ❤️ 🙏.

[kenetinuade]

This is the second video I'm hearing Simon talk about the art of active listening. Prior one he said something to the effect that parrotting back" the words of the speaker doesn't prove you were listening. I have since become more intentional when listening to any one. Thanks again Simon!

[russelrealeza]

Simon is not just a speaker who empower and adds value to others, he is also a speaker who takes part in lots of people's lives. Huge inspiration especially to the younger and future generations

[susantirosadi]

When I was in high school I ever talked to a person about my problems it was that person request. The person was about older 10 years than me, so I was thinking that I had to talk someone to make better choices what in my mind or at least it would release my burden as many people said. At the end, finally I stood myself alone feeling uncomfortable for what I'd talked about but I knew I already had best choices. The way that person was listening to me affected my comfort that time and I didn't feel being listened too. Then I realized not everyone really wanted to listen rather just wanted to know. Fortunatelly, I came up with the idea "let's talk about solution instead of just the problem." And then once I should listen to someone I always offers "do you want solution or just want to feel being heard?." And yeah most people want just to be heard because when I give solution most people give defence about their problem.

[crossfitsilverback]

Listening is also the willingness to be open to the other person's position. You identified her fear, then sought to convince her otherwise or "fix" the situation. You could have met the emotional requirement of a friend by validating her fear of the unknown as common and fundamental and then stopped, instead you sold her on your solution to your problem, "why isn't everyone vaccinated?". I love your books and talks, thank you.

[mishelleilieva]

One thing that needs to be pointed out is - making the other person feel heard is half the job. The final step is just as important - let them hear your point and then decide for themselves, respecting the other's decision and right to have different views.

[Jude]

Very profound, Let them talk and let them feel that they were heard.

[zzzzZZZZ]

I’ve been learning about this for a while now. “Active listening”. Now I think back about me from a few years ago, I had a hard time from feeling not being heard and understood . As a result, I blamed other and chose not to listen/make them feel heard as well. People are very vulnerable and self-centered (at least I was). Well, now I’m learning from my mistakes and doing the things right. it’s all that matter now 🤗

[toinspirando]

Eu amo essas demonstrações de amor ao próximo!!!
Me sinto tocada profundamente.
Gratidão sempre!!

[droov]

This video should be aired on All news channels in the world and in all YouTube ads

[Joshx]

Acknowledge, align, assure. It’s a a template for communication and it works

[shaunlunney]

I try and keep this in mind in all my conversations these days. Great one Simon

[tufan_now]

world lacks such folks, listeners & encouragers!

[amiraboodi]

Talk less, listen more.
Listening is a trust-making process.

[DilCardyn]

Talking less and listening more can help you better understand others and build stronger connections. By listening actively and without interruption, you can gain valuable insights into other people's perspectives and show that you value their input. Remember to stay engaged, ask open-ended questions, and seek to understand before being understood. By talking less and listening more, you can build deeper relationships and create a more positive impact on those around you.

[keitakaneko]

"let her feel heard". This is the greatest way to sympathy

[YuckFou]

Yea, and you learn from who you listen to. Think about it

[noahmarin]

That helps me more listening to learn. Thanks man👏👏