It takes practice to be fully present in conversations. It can be hard to focus on listening to another person and not plan what you are going to say. It is important to be present to what the speaker is saying with their words, tone, and body.
- There are many articles that address the importance of mindful listening, as well as practices in mindful listening.
- This is a practice led by Jackie Hutchison from Grinnell. A transcript is also available.
- Many conversations are difficult to have. These may involve white privilege or racial bias to name a few. This panel discussed how mindfulness can play a role in these conversations.
— Tara Brach, Radical Acceptance