We live in a noisy world. From buzzing phones to constant conversations, we hear all the time—but truly listening requires much more than just functioning ears. The difference between hearing and listening often comes down to whether you’re practicing active or passive listening. While both involve receiving information, only one truly supports connection, understanding, and meaningful communication. Passive Listening: Just Going Through the Motions Passive … Continue reading You Hear with Your Ears, but You Listen with Your Brain