Asked by OLUSEGUN ADELEKE on May 09, 2024

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Why do people practice selective listening?

Selective Listening

The practice of focusing on certain parts of a message or some messages while ignoring others, often based on biases, interest, or relevance.

  • Gain an understanding of the processes involved in listening and what impacts these processes.
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Stephen Jean-BaptisteMay 15, 2024
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In modern society everyone is constantly bombarded with messages. No one could possibly give full attention to every message, so many people practice selective listening, which is when you deliberately choose what you want to hear.