Youth Resource Active Listening: A Self-Test

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YOUTH RESOURCE

DIRECTIONS: Rate yourself with "always" "never" or "sometimes" for each statement below.

________ I first try to understand what the other person is saying before I decide how I will respond.

________ I listen for the feelings behind the words someone is saying as much as I listen to the words.

________ I try not to over-react to emotionally charged words.

________ I try to send non-verbal communication that will match my verbal communication.

________ When I disagree with something, I make a special attempt to listen carefully.

________ I try to listen to what is NOT being said.

________ I try to see situations from other peoples' points of view.

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Related Books
	Leadership 101: Developing Leadership Skills for Resilient Youth

Related Links
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