Mindful Listening and Meaningful Discourse

EVENT DETAILS

When: May 23 , 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Johnson County Armory, 325 Minuteman Way
Franklin, Indiana 46131

P: 317-738-8264

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EVENT DESCRIPTION

Mindful Listening and Meaningful Discourse

Conversation is not just about what is being said, it’s also about listening to what is being said. About 50-75 percent of our daily communication time is spent listening, yet somehow, we are never taught to effectively listen. In fact, there is a great cost of not listening – for you, your organization, and your relationships. During this workshop, participants will explore, develop and practice their active listening skills through hands-on exercises. Additionally, participants will explore skills to help them engage productively in civil and civic discourse – engaging in conversations to enhance understanding.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

• Recognize the critical difference between active and passive listening behaviors, including the barriers to active listening

• Practice active listening skills

• Learn and practice strategies to productively engage in civil/civic discourse

Mindful Listening and Meaningful Discourse