Have you ever asked someone a question and started answering it yourself before they had a chance to speak?
It happens more often than we realize.
Sometimes we’re impatient. Other times, we think we’re helping by filling the silence.
But people don’t always organize their thoughts at the same speed.
The next time you ask a question, give the other person a moment. Resist the temptation to interrupt or finish their sentence.
You might hear something you wouldn’t have discovered otherwise.
The Simplifier’s Take: Giving someone time to speak is another way of showing respect.
Not every silence needs to be filled. Sometimes giving someone a moment is exactly what helps them find their words.
– Orlando Espinosa | The Simplifier of Information®