Active listening demonstrates respect and ###### for the person speaking, which helps ###### trust between speaker and listener. An ###### listener focuses solely on understanding the ###### ideas and feelings without reacting or ###### judgment.]]>
How Does Active Listening Work?

Active ###### can be conducted formally, with a ###### or therapist helping to guide the ###### through the various stages. Or, it ###### be done informally by following the ###### steps for good active listening.]]>