Quote by Carl R. Rogers, Experiences in C

I hear the words, the thoughts, the feeling tones, the personal meaning, even the meaning that is below the conscious intent of the speaker. Sometimes too, in a message which superficially is not very important, I hear a deep human cry that lies buried and unknown far below the surface of the person.So I have learned to ask myself, can I hear the sounds and sense the shape of this other person's inner world? Can I resonate to what he is saying so deeply that I sense the meanings he is afraid of, yet would like to communicate, as well as those he knows?

I hear the words, the thoughts, the feeling tones, the perso

Summary

This quote acknowledges the importance of truly listening to others. The speaker emphasizes the ability to go beyond superficial understanding and instead, actively engage in understanding the speaker's inner world. They believe in perceiving not only the explicit words and intentions but also capturing the deeper emotions, hidden meanings, and unspoken desires. By doing so, genuine connection and empathy can be established, paving the way for more meaningful and fulfilling interactions.

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