Quote by Carl R. Rogers, Experiences in C

When I have been listened to and when I have been heard, I am able to re-perceive my world in a new way and to go on. It is astonishing how elements that seem insoluble become soluble when someone listens, how confusions that seem irremediable turn into relatively clear flowing streams when one is heard. I have deeply appreciated the times that I have experienced this sensitive, empathic, concentrated listening.

When I have been listened to and when I have been heard, I a

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of being truly listened to and heard by another person. It suggests that when we feel genuinely understood and acknowledged, our perception of the world around us can shift. The quote expresses astonishment at how problems and confusions that once felt overwhelming can become manageable when someone lends an empathic ear. It emphasizes the value of sensitive and concentrated listening, indicating that the speaker has deeply appreciated the moments when they have received this kind of empathetic attention from others.

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