Try This!  For the next few days, pay attention to times when you are interacting with others. See if you can spot any habits or patterns in your communication – particularly listening.  Notice times when you feel really engaged and participating in the conversation.  What does this feel like?  Notice times when you disconnect.  What do you do that is disconnecting. For example, stop listening, body language.  What does this feel like?  When you notice you got distracted or disengaged, recognize this.  Take a moment to connect with yourself – feel your breath, body sitting, center yourself  Reengage in the conversation 14