03/13/2026
The Daily Dose
“The art of listening: A Special Gift Inside”
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While attending college, I took an oral communications class to learn how to speak more effectively. The goal was to learn how to present ideas, communicate clearly, and share information with others. But as life went on, I discovered something even more valuable than speaking well.
I discovered that I have the gift and the power of listening.
Many people have told me about their lives, their problems, their hopes, and their failures over the years. While one can learn to speak in a classroom, God bestows a special gift on those who truly listen. Listening requires patience, compassion, and a heart that cares about what someone else is going through.
Sometimes people don’t need a lecture, advice, or a long speech. Sometimes they simply need someone who will slow down, look them in the eye, and truly hear them.
I thank God for placing that special gift inside of me. Being a good listener allows me to understand people better, encourage them, and remind them that their voice matters.
Today, remember this:
Your greatest gift might not be what you say, but how well you listen. Speaking is an art, but listening is a gift.
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