1. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
Habit 5
Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
You Have Two Ears and One Mouth…Hel-lo!!

2. Five Poor Listening Styles
Spacing Out
Pretend Listening
Selective Listening
Word Listening
Self-centered Listening

3. Genuine Listening Listen with your eyes, heart, & ears
Stand in their shoes
Practice mirroring

4. Communication with Parents
Take time to listen and understand your parents. You’ll gain a greater respect for them and you’ll get your way more often.
Begin with small deposits into their RBA – every little bit counts
Then, start asking them some questions like “How was your day?” or “Is there anything I can do around the house?”

5. Seek to Be Understood Requires Courage
Think Win-Win: you understand them, help them understand you
Giving feedback is an important part of seeking to be understood