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# generative silence
Listening to silence. Respecting silence to open ourselves up to more sensitive listening. ([note on p.140](zotero://open-pdf/library/items/WSCMPC8V?page=140)) *[1]*
Actively [[listening]] in silence. Enhances sense of presence by respecting [[Silence]].
- Can open us to more sensitive listening
- Often best way to communicate empathy, agreement, or solidarity
- Requires listener's utmost level of attention, presence, and intention *[2]*
## Sources
*[1]* - [[Servant Leaders in Training Foundations - Horsman 2018]]
*[2]* - [[Listening Communication Issues - Horsman]]
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<small>*Created on:* 2022-05-28</small>
<small>*Last modified on:* 2022-11-05</small>