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In this episode Puja shares her journey from a career in tech startups to becoming a certified coach, and how she learned to be a better listener. Tune in if you're interested in improving your listening skills, fostering deeper connections, and understanding the profound impact of presence,curiosity and empathy in communication. We will explore the transformative power of true listening and how it can impact both our relationships and personal evolution.

Key Points:

1. Puja talks about her background in tech startups and her initial struggles with listening, both professionally and personally.

2. Listening as a Spectrum: Puja explains that listening happens on a spectrum, from distracted hearing to deep, empathetic listening and breaks different types of listening as follows:

• Multitasking Listening: Hearing words while distracted or multitasking.

• Listening to Respond: Listening with the intent to respond rather than understand.

• Listening with "Pseudo Empathy: Offering empathy by relating everything to one's own experiences.

• Tactical Listening:Processing words through a logical, strategic lens without emotional connection.

• Deep Listening: At its core, deep listening requires being fully present, having an open mind without preconceived notions, and maintaining an open heart.

1. Impact of True Listening: When we listen with full presence, an open mind, and an open heart, it can be a healing and transformational experience for both the listener and the speaker.

Quotes for Reflection and Journaling Prompts :

1. Have you ever been truly listened to in a way that made you feel seen and understood? What was the impact of that experience?

2. Where is there room in your life to become a more present and empathetic listener?

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