The Importance of Listening in Communication

Being an active listener is critically important when communicating with others, as it allows you to absorb and process what’s being said, builds empathy and shows the speaker that you value their perspective.

Two people in a modern indoor setting, one actively listening as the other speaks — highlighting the value of attentive communication.
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Published on Oct 2, 2025

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Approved and verified accurate by the Assistant Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences on Sept. 15, 2025

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author’s and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Grand Canyon University. Any sources cited were accurate as of the publish date.

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