005: Hear Me Out! The Power of Relational Listening

Empowered Serenity Podcast: For High Achievers Who Carry Too Much by Brent Peak, LPC

Episode notes

Today we're exploring one of the most critical aspects of any relationship: communication. More specifically, we'll focus on the concept of relational listening and how it can transform your interactions and help heal troubled relationships.

Episode Highlights:

What is Relational Listening?

  • Understanding relational listening as a connection-focused approach.
  • Why the only agenda should be the connection itself.
  • The importance of feeling heard and how it serves as the foundation for healing.

Three Levels of Relational Listening:

  1. Attentive Listening:
    • The basics of maintaining eye contact, non-verbal cues, and avoiding interruptions.
    • Reflective listening: repeating back what you've heard to ensure understanding.
  2. Emp ... 
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