8 Signs You’re Listening… But Not Really Hearing

 Listening and hearing are often treated as the same thing, but they are not. Listening is the act of receiving words, while hearing involves understanding, processing, and connecting with what another person is truly trying to communicate. Many people believe they are good listeners, yet certain habits can create a gap between what is said and what is actually understood. Here are eight signs that you may be listening but not really hearing.