Listening Deeply

Throughout this class, I have loved getting to truly listen to the story of other peoples' lives. It has been such a blessing to hear from people at all different walks and stages of life - in their 40s, or 60s, from the south or from the north. Each one has their own unique story (and trauma) that can help others better understand the world and the person they're speaking to. Through this experience, I feel like I've been able to learn how to listen better than I have before. I've been able to learn how to ask good questions to help people feel comfortable sharing their story. I've seen the way that a person telling their story can truly free them and put them in a much more comfortable place. All it takes is one person caring enough about someone to know what they've been through and how it shapes who they are - this alone can impact their lives forever. It has been so sweet to watch my classmates engage in this as well. We have loved listening and learning together.