# The Lost Art of Listening: When Empathy Means Staying Silent

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Podcast: [Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd](https://stenobird.com/podcast/say-it-anyway-with-corey-proffitt-boyd-7848368)
Published: 2026-07-18T21:26:01+00:00
Episode link: https://www.sayitanyway.me/e/the-lost-art-of-listening-when-empathy-means-staying-silent/
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## Resource

In this episode, Corey Proffitt-Boyd explores how modern conversations often mistake listening for simply waiting to speak. He discusses how true empathy requires presence, silence, and allowing others to fully express themselves without immediately jumping in with advice or personal stories. Corey shares personal reflections and practical suggestions for becoming a better listener, emphasizing that offering undivided attention can deepen relationships and sometimes be more impactful than any advice.

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