SoWhoCaresAnyway E48 Listening inwards as we listen outwards
In this solo reflection, Ruth explores what happens inside us when we listen to other people’s stories, especially the difficult ones. Before we learn anything, we feel something, and those emotions can quietly shape how we respond.
Ruth reflects on why stories don’t automatically create change, how defensiveness and overwhelm can block learning, and why psychological safety matters so much in practice. She shares two simple questions that help us stay open, reflective, and responsible when we hear something that challenges us.
A gentle episode about noticing our inner reactions, staying…
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