: Noticing non-verbal cues like tone of voice and body language. 2. Retaining (Evaluating)

Silencing internal monologue, analyzing tone, filtering out distractions. External Actions

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: Mentally (or verbally) distilling the main points to ensure you've captured the core message.

The first component of active listening is entirely physical. It is the act of signaling to the speaker that they have entered a safe space where their thoughts matter. If your body language is closed off, the speaker’s message will never fully form; they will self-censor, sensing your disinterest.