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Mention some tips to improve the listening skills.

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Ans.     Listening is most important component of communication. It can be improved through following ways:

Both the sender as well as the receiver are equally responsible for effective communication.

Be a patient listener.

Avoid ego speech, i.e., Allow others also to put their point of view.

Control distractions.

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Appropriate posture while listening.

Good listening is an important characteristic and skill of a counsellor.