“Don’t ever mistake my silence for ignorance, my calmness for acceptance, and my kindness for weakness.” Unknown
I began practicing listening – not talking – when I went to dinner with friends, when I sat in conference rooms waiting for meetings to begin, at the dinner table on holidays. What I didn’t realize until then was, listening was not just speaking less it was an opportunity to really focus on what others were saying. This was one of the harder lessons of my life, and I’m still learning. But listening for what people mean, as well as what they say, has also helped me ask better questions. As I began to consult, practicing silence helped me offer better suggestions because I had a better understanding of the whole situation.
“Making your ear attentive to wisdom and inclining your heart to understanding.” Proverbs 2:2 “If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame.” Proverbs 18:13
What are your thoughts? Libby
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Linda
9/23/2018 11:13:33 am
Thanks for the reminder. Just pondering I Peter 3:15 when I came to your blog. 2nd piece of info needed for a response to situation forcing me to me knees, seeking His guidance.
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Libby Taylor-Worden
9/29/2018 10:24:33 am
God's word never goes out and returns void....I'm so pleased my blog was able to connect you with God's word just when you needed it.
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