What is non-judgemental listening?
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Non-judgemental listening is being able to separate our own feelings on a subject when we are listening.
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As a listener, we should put our own views aside and try not to get distracted by our personal thoughts and feelings.
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It is also not always appropriate to react to what the other person is saying, we should continue to listen and respect them.
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Our aim is to not judge or criticise the other person, but to simply listen to and receive what they are saying.
- Enable the speaker an opportunity to work through and understand both their thoughts and feelings relating to their situation in a safe environment.