Why should we actively listen to others?
It shows we are being friendly and respectful.
What should you do with your eyes when someone is talking to you?
Make eye contact.
What should you do with your mouth when someone is talking to you?
Keep it closed and avoid interrupting.
What should you do with your ears when someone is talking to you?
Listen carefully and try to understand.
What should you do with your body when someone is talking to you?
Face them and lean slightly forward.
What should you say when someone finishes talking to you?
Say something like "It was nice talking to you. See you next time", “Thank you for sharing” or “I appreciate your point of view”
What should you do if you don’t understand something that someone said to you?
Ask a question or ask them to repeat or explain.
What should you do if you disagree with something that someone said to you?
Respect their opinion and share your own politely. We are all different and that is great.
What should you not do with your eyes when someone is talking to you?
Look away or roll them. This shows them you don't really care.
What should you not do with your mouth when someone is talking to you?
Yawn, talk back, or make noises. Instead wait for a pause and ask questions to show your interested.
What should you not do with your ears when someone is talking to you?
Ignore them or listen to something else.
What should you not do with your body when someone is talking to you?
Turn away or slouch. It isn't showing active listening.
What should you not do with your feet when someone is talking to you?
Walk away when someone is talking.
What should you not say when someone finishes talking to you?
Say something like “So what?” or “Who cares?”
What should you not do if you don’t understand something that someone said to you?
Pretend you understand or laugh at them. Instead we should ask them to repeat it or explain.
What should you not do if you disagree with something that someone said to you?
Argue with them or insult them. Instead let them have their own opinion. Its okay to think differently.
