Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply. —Stephen R. Covey
“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.”

Stephen R. Covey motivational writer

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A true virtue that I’m glad I’ve learned years ago, and am still sticking by it. You’ll learn so much.

Willie Parker from Georgia
May 15, 2021

Exactly

Ana calma from Philippines
August 31, 2019

Listen to learn what is being said. You can learn sometng new.

Anonymous
September 13, 2018

People with ADHD tends to do this a lot because they are forgetful and have short memory span so they speak over your or cut you off to get their point out quickly.

rikwell from FL
July 14, 2018

This happens to me when I am tired.

Anonymous
January 3, 2018

I am embarrassed to say, but I see that in myself!

Skip
April 23, 2017

True. Most people just listen and wAnt to listen to themselves. There's no regard for another's opinion. What a shame. There's alot to learn from.eAch other.

Nancy from Brooklyn NY
July 19, 2016

very good

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April 27, 2015

good

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April 27, 2015

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