Chapter three explains the differences between four main listening styles. There are empathetic and objective listening, active and non-active listening, nonjudgmental and critical listening and lastly surface and depth listening. I think my style of listening is largely active and inactive listening.
Active listening is hearing what is said, concentrating on the message and absorbing it. Active listening includes paraphrasing the speaker's ideas and meanings, being able to express understanding of his/her feelings and asking questions on an unclear point. I listen to the meaning behind the words, not just take it for face value, and if I don't quite understand what it is they are trying to say I will paraphrase what I am understanding and ask if it is right or not.
Inactive listening is simply being present when someone is speaking, but not absorbing what is being said. Simply hearing the words – there is no recognition of the speaker's message or intent. You will be there......

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Title: Four Main Listening Styles
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