to pay attention to
using your ears
focusing on what someone is saying
Listening to information, and then thinking on it and processing it would be an example of reflecting.
Reactive listening is known as programmed listening. It can also be considered closed listening. An example is the expression, "he hears what he wants to hear."
An example of a listening style is active listening, which involves fully engaging with the speaker by demonstrating empathy, asking clarifying questions, and providing feedback to ensure understanding.
One example of upbeat music that I enjoy listening to is "Can't Stop the Feeling!" by Justin Timberlake.
One example of upbeat music that I enjoy listening to is "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars.
Music or television are great examples of pleasurable listening. We tend to chose things that we enjoy engaging with or listening to when we pleasurably listen.
Empathic listening involves fully engaging with someone's words, feelings, and perspective. An example would be actively listening to a friend share their struggles with work, reflecting back their emotions, and offering support without judgment or giving unsolicited advice. This kind of listening helps the person feel heard and validated.
Listening comprehension involves understanding spoken language by accurately interpreting the meaning and context of what is being said. An example would be listening to a podcast or lecture and being able to summarize the main points or answer questions about the content afterwards.
listening to information, processing it, and then restating it to the speaker to summarize your understanding of what he or she is saying
Listening to a teacher or professor while they are talking.
An example of multitasking is listening to a radio interview while typing an email.
Reflecting as it pertains to active listening is a process where the listener periodically summarizes the speakers word back to him or her. For example, "if I am hearing you correctly you are feeling.....'.