The opposite of talking isn't listening. The opposite of talking is waiting.

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of not speaking doesn't necessarily equate to actively listening. Simply being quiet or silent does not guarantee true attentiveness or engagement in a conversation. The opposite of talking, in this context, implies that instead of waiting for our turn to speak, we should focus on actively listening and understanding others. In other words, rather than using silence as a means to take our turn to talk, we should genuinely invest ourselves in the dialogue by attentively listening and valuing the thoughts and opinions of others.

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