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<p>This episode reveals why our brains often struggle to truly listen and introduces practical "king-level" techniques to foster deeper connections. Learn to truly heard and transform your relationships.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul> <li><strong>What is Active Listening?</strong></li></ul><p>It's a deliberate practice of truly understanding others, not just hearing words. Psychologist Carl Rogers noted that "when a person is truly listened to, things change".</p><ul> <li><strong>Why We Struggle to Listen (Common Barriers):<br> </strong>Our brains face natural barriers:Selective Attention<br>Self-Centered Bias<br>Full Load</li> <li><strong>The 5 Levels of Listening:</strong>"ignoring, pretend or selective" are less effective.<br>"King" levels (focused and empathetic/sympathetic) involve truly understanding content, emotions, and unspoken needs, fostering deep connection.</li> <li><strong>3 Practical Active Listening Techniques:</strong>1. Create a Focused Listening E...