The Art Of Listening - Essence Of JKrishnmurthy Teachings

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Every sound that enters through our ears creates an image in the mind. That image gives rise to emotions. Some images make us happy, while others make us feel hurt or afraid. Without complete attention, it is very difficult to understand this whole process.


Listening with complete attention can change the direction of our lives in ways we can hardly imagine.


The first thing we should observe is this: Which words always create certain emotions within us? Which words make us happy, and which ones make us sad? Which words irritate us? What kind of voices make us feel afraid? How do we react when someone praises us or insults us? Most importantly, how do we actually listen?


The Art Of Listening 


When we listen to a flowing river, we do not judge it. We hear the sound, and it passes. The song of a bird comes and goes, and it leaves no burden on the mind.


But the words spoken by another person often stay with us. They become memories that remain in the mind for years, shaping the way we think and feel.


In our daily lives, listening should become a complete action in itself. Be ready to hear everything. At the same time, watch the images and emotions that words create inside your mind.


When there is no psychological wall within us, we hear everything in the present moment. A child listens in this way. A child does not cling to words. We become trapped because we know their meanings. We start thinking about them, remembering the past, imagining the future, and holding on to the mental images they create.


When we listen with complete attention, there is very little need for endless thinking. Perception is immediate, and so is the response.


So, listen carefully-to yourself and to others. Listen to every sound. Be aware of the feelings that arise in your mind. Keep learning the art of listening every moment, because true listening has the power to transform your life.


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