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Reflective Listening
Paraphrase what you heard before responding — speaker confirms you heard.
Goal
Prove understanding before answering.
Steps
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Listen fully without interruption.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Feels truly heard.
Evidence base
School: Active Listening
Founders: Carl Rogers (1957)
Rogers — Client-Centered Therapy.
Keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Reflective Listening" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "Reflective Listening"?
Feels truly heard. In the short term: Deeper dialogue.
Is "Reflective Listening" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Active Listening (Carl Rogers (1957)). Rogers — Client-Centered Therapy.
Is "Reflective Listening" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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