The Importance of Listening First Before Speaking | Healthy Habits that Support Your Mental Health

The Importance of Listening First Before Speaking | Healthy Habits that Support Your Mental Health We're talking about the power of our voice, and the responsibility that comes with speaking up. Oftentimes we don't equate Mental Health and communication, but they are deeply intertwined. When we state our opinions, convictions and perspectives they inform the world around us of who we are, and what we believe. When we speak out of turn, without thinking, or before fully understanding the people, places, and situations we are talking about - the consequences and the backlash that comes with being held accountable can be a lot. Especially online. While I believe it's better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission - in all cases, it's best to reserve judgment until you have enough depth in understanding to protect your growth as you speak your truth. In a world that wants to define us by the lowest common denominator, let that not be the words we speak, or the opinions we carry. 0:00 - 2:30 - Intro 2:30 - 11:35 Listening Before Speaking 11:35 - Wrap Up Any questions? Send us an email: [email protected] #mentalhealth #listening #learning *RESOURCES* -- The Importance of Listening First Before Speaking: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/importance-listening-first-before-speaking-d-r-weber?utm_source=share&utm_medium=guest_desktop&utm_campaign=copy - 3 reasons listening is the most important skill to tackle first: https://www.linguanaturalis.com/en/blogs/how-to-master-a-language-for-life/3-reasons-listening-is-the-most-important-skill-to-tackle-first/ - To Communicate Well, Listen First: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2018/01/03/to-communicate-well-listen-first/?sh=5d930aa632a9 For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly: https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogs Make sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content: *SOCIALS* Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPE Instagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistrae Twitter: @Purpose_SPE Pinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE If you'd like to read my research thesis, "ADHD: Is it a Social Construct or does it have a Neurophysiological Basis?" you can find it at the following address: https://rachellerealist.wordpress.com​​. ​I'm more than happy to answer your questions, feel free to send an email to: [email protected] OUR AUTONOMY, SELF-EFFICACY, COMPASSION & SELF-CONCEPT WORKSHOPS ARE AVAILABLE (AGES 4-8, 9-13 & 14-17) BE SURE TO GO TO THE WEBSITE AND MAKE YOUR PURCHASE! Do you like the intro/outro music? Check out the artist on Spotify: Artist Name: Valdii Song Name: I Learn