It may sound easy, but let's face it, many of us are often distracted or multitasking during conversations with friends, family or coworkers. How can we make a point of being truly present? Find time to reach out today and talk to a friend who could use a listening ear, and be in the moment to give (and get!) more from this time together.
Today's Daily Generosity Idea
Need some ideas on how to be a better listener? Download the Conversation Guide brought to you by a collaboration between Weaving Community https://weaving.us/, Listen First Project (http://www.listenfirstproject.org/) + Weave: The Social Fabric Project of the Aspen Institute: https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/weave-the-social-fabric-initiative/
See It In Action
CEO of GivingTuesday, Asha Curran, explains in her #ListenFirst Friday message this week, when people think about giving they often think about it in terms of donations or volunteering. But generosity is a value that can be expressed in many, many ways. Really listening to someone is one of those ways! Check out the #WeavingCommunity + #GivingTuesday guide here.
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