I have rediscovered an amazing artist. We always listen to him in the car on the way to GSLT, but I never connected his name with his songs. Anyway, the guy is Matt Wertz. He does accoustic music and isn't so mainstream but isn't weird at all. You guys (whoever read this) should check him out. His music will lift you up and make you really happy! :)
I realized today (even though I've subconsciously known this all along) that I need to be a better listener. Lots of times, people talk to me and I just look at them and nod, but we've all had this experience. It just happens so often though! What are some ways to listen better? I can.... 1.Look the person in the eyes when they are talking. (yeah, but your head can be in space..) 2. Find a connection between what the person is talking about and your interests. This will spark conversations and help listening. 3. Stop thinking about other stuff when that person is talking.
Listening is hard when we live in a world where most people (I'm definitely included.) are so self consumed. We want to talk about ourselves and to share our lives with the people around us. Despite our efforts to go out into the world and volunteer or lead others, we still do it in the end to make ourselves happy and feel more worthwhile. Even in band, it takes a load of training to be aware of the parts around you! Plus, college applications this year and competition to get something doesn't really help that self-centered ideal. I suppose only when you have a child will you know what it is truly like to care for someone else. Then again, it is your child. Now, I am just rambling.
Sorry the "deep thoughts" of recent blogs have been quite shallow. I think my brain has evaporated. =P
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