How To Be A Better Listener In Every Relationship - Page 11
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Julia Austin
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If you can’t be present, say so
People will always rather have you say, “This isn’t a great time to talk and I want to give this conversation the attention it deserves. Can we talk in ten minutes?” rather than have you pretend to listen.
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