Our sense of sound exists as a protection system, with our brains automatically ranking information from needs immediate attention to background noise. Too often, we classify auditory information lower than we should, the result being our profound lack of listening skills. Just because your ears are “on”, doesn’t mean you are listening. “The difference between the sense of hearing and the skill of listening is attention.” In today’s world, we need to actively work to hone our listening skills. Try listening to new music, actually listening to the dog whining, or paying attention to the subtle notes in your partner’s voice. Read full article here The Science and Art of Listening