Question

Explain the five "rules" for "Active Listening" formulated by famous psychologist Carl Rogers and write a SMART goal for the one area of the five that you think you need to improve in. (write at least 100 words)

Answer 1

The five "rules" for Active listening formulated by famous psychologist Carl Rogers can be explained as given below :-

1. Giving attention - It is important to give attention to the speaker while listening , maintaining eye contact and avoiding any distraction.
2. Taking active interest - It is important to take active interest and try to understand the message being conveyed.
3. Providing feedback - Feedback shared with the speaker gives the idea if understanding is clear, sharing judgements and bias.
4. Suspend Judgement - It is important to listen and understand complete message.
5. Responding accurately - Attention and meaning to speaker's messages makes the conversation meaningful.

SMART goal for providing feedback can be measured by assessing the impact of the message and developing a better understanding in common.