Transform Your Relationships with Family Friends and Foes 'An important profound yet
approachable book that could help make the world a far saner and more vibrant place' OLIVER
BURKEMAN author of Four Thousand Weeks Why do so many conversations leave us feeling unheard
and disconnected? Drawing on her celebrated experience as a former BBC journalist accredited
executive coach and mediator in Deep Listening Emily Kasriel argues that it's because we've
forgotten how to truly listen. Distracted by our own agenda we so often hear without
understanding impatiently waiting for our turn to speak. In this exploration of
transformational listening Kasriel shows how shifting from surface level exchanges to deep
listening can enrich our relationships as friends parents and partners enhance our
effectiveness as leaders and strengthen the fabric of our communities. Grounded in scientific
studies new research and powerful stories from legendary listeners in politics business and
the arts Kasriel unveils her simple yet transformative eightstep approach. With Deep
Listening as your guide you'll find inspiration and practical guidance on how we can better
listen to each other even when we fiercely disagree. At once a practical guide and a heartfelt
manifesto this groundbreaking book challenges us to rethink our approach to listening and in
doing so transform our lives from the inside out. Whether readers seek to strengthen their
empathy boost their performance at work or foster genuine understanding across cultural
political and generational divides Deep Listening provides the tools and inspiration to unlock
the power of lasting meaningful connections.
