Introduction to Listening BEARS™
To gain the greatest benefit from this course, I recommend you complete each core BEARS skill over at least one week before moving on to the next.
While each session is intentionally brief, lasting change comes through regular practice and intentional moments of silence. Just as physical muscles are strengthened through regular exercises over time, your capacity for compassionate and active listening is developed through repeated practice within yourself.
Think of each session as one core skill training step for your "Listening BEARS" muscle. The more consistently you practise, the more naturally compassionate conversation, self-awareness, and inner calm become part of everyday life.
Practice reminder:
Spend at least one week developing each BEARS core skill.
Practise the takeaway exercise daily.
Embrace intentional moments of silence throughout the week.
Accept any feelings of impatience that arise during moments of silence.
Progress at your own pace rather than rushing through the content.