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“What's needed in this case is conscious and serious practice in hearing, and using, and being used by, other people's voices.” quote by Ursula K. Le Guin
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“What's needed in this case is conscious and serious practice in hearing, and using, and being used by, other people's voices.”

Ursula K. Le Guin

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Listening, 1995

Effective communication requires actively hearing, integrating, and being influenced by others' perspectives.

In simple terms: Listen, use, and be shaped by others.

Key Takeaway

Practice attentive listening.

Themes

communication empathy collaboration

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • conflict resolution
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

active listening interpersonal influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance listening with expressing yourself?
  • When does influence become manipulation?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal boundaries.

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