Listening is vital to relate effectively with other people. If we don't listen, how do we respond? The suggestions you provide are of great value and I agree with almost everything you have written. And I say "almost" because in the second tip, anticipating is good to apply with very conscious doses. Why do I say that? Because there are people who do not hear or listen because they are aware of what the other person is supposed to say and what he/she will answer when the other person finishes. Anticipate in listening, yes; anticipate in our response, mmmm, definitely not.

Thank you for such an excellent post.