THE ART OF LISTENING
the art of listening
estefaaano_writes
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A silent ear, an open heart,
A refuge, a safe starting part.
A gentle touch, a calming hand,
To guide and comfort, to understand.
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The waves crash against the shore, their soothing cadence a reposeful balm to my soul.
As the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and purple,
I find myself lost in thought.
Listening. It's a simple act, yet so esoteric.
We listen to the world around usāThe rustle of leaves, the chirping of birds, the hum of traffic.
We listen to the people in our livesāTheir stories, their hopes, their fears.
But do we truly listen?
Or do we simply wait for our turn to speak?
Do we really hear what others are saying?
Or are we just formulating our own responses?
Listening is more than just hearing.
It's about paying attention, being present, and engaging with the speaker on a deeper level. It's about understanding their perspective, even if it differs from our own.
As I sit here, listening to the ocean,
I realize that there is so much to learn.
So much to understand.
And perhaps the greatest takeaway of all,
Is the simple act of listening.
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ReplyDeleteIt's something we all need to do more of in our busy lives.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you..I've been feeling a bit overwhelmed lately, and this has helped me to slow down and appreciate the simple act of listening. Very powerful words by master estefaaano.
Deletethe imagery thoooo
ReplyDeleteI agree!!
DeleteIt's vivid and so evocative!
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haven't moved on from Tides &Time, another masterpiece nanaman!
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Deletenow this is definitely something to think about.
ReplyDeleteWow!!! This is my first time reading your poem. And I'm really impressed by your writing. I don't usually write comments but this piece is just so beautiful and thought-provoking. You have a real talent. You'll get far.
ReplyDeleteI felt the same. This poem is a true work of art. It's both thought-provoking and inspiring. Great talent.
DeleteHis ability to convey such a powerful message in such a beautiful way, it's so impressive!
Deleteyes, listening is different from hearing
ReplyDelete"Listening. It's a simple act, yet so esoteric."
ReplyDeleteI mean!?
huy! I agree šÆ
Deleteso timely!
ReplyDeleteespecially the questions..
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DeleteI really connected with this poem. It's so relatable and meaningful. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking a lot about how we could all benefit from being better listeners. Your words really hit the nail on the head!
ReplyDeleteI really love the way you've used the ocean to convey the idea of listening. It's a very unique way to express your message.
ReplyDeleteYour words,they hit hard.
grabe! this is so insightful.
ReplyDeleteI never thought about listening in that way before. It's definitely something I'll be more mindful of. Thanks estefaaano! ā¤ļø
huhu same, it really made me reflect on my own listening habits.
DeleteI'm definitely going to try to be a better listener from now on.
DeleteI think I need to work on being more present and attentive.
ReplyDeleteš This poem is so relatable.
ReplyDeleteCoz we all get caught up in our own thoughts and forget to truly listen to others.
I agree bro, It made me realize how often I just hear people, but don't truly listen.
DeleteThe line "silent ear, an open heart" stuck with me. it serves as a reminder to be more present in our relationships. Listening is easy and hard at the same time.
ReplyDeleteIt's a message that we all need to hear!!!
ReplyDeletesometimes, the simplest acts, like listening, can have the biggest impact.
DeleteI've shared your poem with a few friends, and they all loved it. It's definitely something that needs to be heard!
ReplyDeleteThis poem is lit! I totally relate to the struggle of being a good listener.
ReplyDeleteThis poem is so good, it's almost like you're reading my mind! I've been thinking about this exact same thing lately. Maybe we should start a listening club. š
ReplyDeleteBro! Let's start a 'Listen Up' club, and this poem is going to be our anthem. We need more people like estefaaano_writes in the world!
DeleteWhy do I feel like there's a new poem collection coming?
ReplyDeleteThat poem was so good, it made me want to go out and listen to a bunch of boring lectures. Just kidding! It's a great reminder to actually pay attention to people. Ikaw na talaga estefaaano_writes!
ReplyDeleteI've been trying to follow your advice on listening, but I keep getting distracted by the sound of my own voice! Just kidding.
ReplyDeleteIt's made me realize that I need to shut up more often.
Deletelistening is not just about hearing words, but about understanding soul!
ReplyDeleteTĆŖte-Ć -TĆŖte š¤ The Art of Listening
ReplyDelete"But do we truly listen?"šš»
ReplyDeletewelcome back to me
ReplyDeletewow the words, simple but strong
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