One of the most frustrating things to experience is when you feel like someone is not listening to you. Or worse, they say they are listening, but their attention is somewhere else. Cue: a big sigh, and some comment about what’s the point of even talking.
Why is it so hard to really listen? Like totally-ignore-the-buzzing-in-your-pocket kind of listening? It requires patience. Concentration. And a deep interest in someone else besides yourself. In this episode, Joe and I share our struggles with listening well and how God has helped us improve this area of our marriage.
If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame. Prov. 18:13
Great episode this morning! Spot on with a topic we relate to. So many similarities with my husband and I. We talk on our walks together because neither has a phone with us and we know we have the other person’s full attention. I also know if I don’t get an ok or some other verbal response I need to ask if he heard me. I also try to ask him if now is a good time to discuss something versus just starting to talk. These things have been helpful on our road to better listening, hearing and understanding. Thanks, Tara and Joe, for handling these topics with love ❤️ God bless you both! 🙏