Power of Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills for Peacemaking
Discover the transformative impact of active listening techniques in fostering understanding, empathy, and creating harmony. Explore insights from biblical teachings and practical exercises to cultivate a deeper connection through true listening. Dive into the art of listening with intention and openness to foster meaningful conversations.
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The Peacemakers Toolkit The Power of Listening May 5 Listening from the Heart, Not the Gut May 19 Listening with the Ears, Not the Mouth May 26 Listening as a Spiritual Gift & Grace June Deep Dive Ethics, Morals, & the Common Good
We have two ears and one mouth; we should listen twice as much as we speak. Anonymous Listening is being able to be changed by the other person. Alan Alda
You cannot truly listen to anyone and do anything else at the same time. M. Scott Peck Most people do not listen with the intent to understand, they listen with the intent to reply. Stephen Covey
Listening Types
Active Listening Attention Neutrality Empathy Body Language Curiosity Summarizing
Biblical Listening Proverbs 18:13 Matthew 13:10-20 Mark 12:35-37 Luke 24:13-35 John 4:5-30, 8:2-11 Acts 16:25 James 1:19
Listening Through Presenting comments rarely represent root concerns accurately most people will not say what they mean until the third attempt. Daniel Everett
The Peacemakers Toolkit The Power of Listening May 5 Listening from the Heart, Not the Gut May 19 Listening with the Ears, Not the Mouth May 26 Listening as a Spiritual Gift & Grace June Deep Dive Ethics, Morals, & the Common Good
Listening Through Exercises What questions do you want to ask for clarification? The failed remnant of The United Methodist Church gave themselves over completely to the will of Satan when they met in Charlotte. Institute on Religion & Democracy
Listening Through Exercises What questions do you want to ask for clarification?
Listening Through Exercises What questions do you want to ask for clarification? "I have no notion that the Palestinians are telling the truth about how many people are killed. I'm sure innocents have been killed, it s the price of waging a war. So, in this moment, we must be crystal clear: We stand with Israel. We stand with Israel. And we will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself, and respond to this attack. President Joe Biden
Listening Through Exercises What questions do you want to ask for clarification? University administrators must not single out particular viewpoints however offensive they may be to some members of the community for censorship, discipline, or disproportionate punishment. Viewpoint neutrality is essential. ACLU
Listening Through Exercises What questions do you want to ask for clarification? I see the impact that gays have had on music, art, books, and entertainment. There is no accountability, there is no punishment. These things could easily be addressed through the death penalty. MAGA Attendee at Bronx Republican rally
Listening Through Exercises What questions do you want to ask for clarification? The major threat to democracy is a definition of democracy that gives power to the people. When people rule themselves, this is anarchy. We elect representatives to lead us. The stronger the leader, the better for all of us. With a strong enough leader, the will of the people is irrelevant. Virginia Thomas, Council for National Policy
