Listening A Minute

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This might have been covered somewhere, perhaps Immi has shared it somewhere on the app, I don't know. Does anyone know if she still intends to add another minute to the Listening Chair? Every 7 year period was represented by another minute of song, and unless I'm mistaken we're at the end of the last 7 year period that should now be added.

Listening A Minute

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are they based off of how much actual time you spend listening to the artist? or does it calculate based off of what songs you started and how long they are? like if you listen to a 10 minute song for 1 minute, does it count as 1 minute or 10 minutes?

Research confirms these personal experiences with music. Current findings indicate that music around 60 beats per minute can cause the brain to synchronize with the beat causing alpha brainwaves (frequencies from 8 - 14 hertz or cycles per second). This alpha brainwave is what is present when we are relaxed and conscious. To induce sleep (a delta brainwave of 5 hertz), a person may need to devote at least 45 minutes, in a relaxed position, listening to calming music. Researchers at Stanford University have said that "listening to music seems to be able to change brain functioning to the same extent as medication." They noted that music is something that almost anybody can access and makes it an easy stress reduction tool.

So what type of music reduces stress the best? A bit surprising is that Native American, Celtic, Indian stringed-instruments, drums, and flutes are very effective at relaxing the mind even when played moderately loud. Sounds of rain, thunder, and nature sounds may also be relaxing particularly when mixed with other music, such as light jazz, classical (the "largo" movement), and easy listening music. Since with music we are rarely told the beats per minute, how do you choose the relaxation music that is best for you? The answer partly rests with you: You must first like the music being played, and then it must relax you. You could start by simply exploring the music on this web page. Some may relax you, some may not. Forcing yourself to listen to relaxation music that irritates you can create tension, not reduce it. If that happens, try looking for alternatives on the internet or consult with Counseling Service staff for other musical suggestions. It is important to remember that quieting your mind does not mean you will automatically feel sleepy. It means your brain and body are relaxed, and with your new calm self, you can then function at your best in many activities.

Over the years, as I navigated the challenges of building multiple startups, I realized that true leadership isn't just about making decisions; it's about listening. It's about ensuring that every voice, no matter how soft-spoken, has a platform. That's when I started practicing the "two-minute rule."

At its core, the two-minute rule is simple: in meetings, every participant is given an uninterrupted two minutes to share their feedback, thoughts or concerns. It's a dedicated window, a spotlight if you will, where each individual's perspective is valued and heard.

Moreover, in my journey from immigrating to the U.S. to building my company, I've learned that the most profound insights often come from the most unexpected sources. If we're always listening to the same set of voices, we're limiting our potential and, inadvertently, sidelining brilliant minds.

The two-minute rule isn't just a practice; it's a philosophy. Commit to valuing every individual, recognize the potential in every voice and understand that true leadership is as much about listening as it is about leading. Let's create boardrooms, virtual meetings and brainstorming sessions where every voice, no matter how soft, is heard. Let's lead by listening.

Knowing what social listening is, is excellent, but understanding how it works is far more critical. Social listening tools collect data available online about your brand and the brands of your competitors. You can gather data for a specific period or in real-time depending on the needs of your business. You can also choose to only allow for mentions in particular languages or countries.

To measure your return on investment, you need to evaluate the impact of your marketing campaigns. Social listening measures how much your brand awareness has improved by, and the increase of mentions following a campaign. It will inform you of what your consumers thought about the content of the campaign, and how it impacted them.

Thanks to social listening, you can understand how consumers feel about your products. You can then track the positive and negative feedback to identify any areas that need improvement. This will allow your R&D team to be more focused on consumers pain points and needs, leading to a better product that will further appeal to your target audience.

Now that you understand what social listening is, and its advantages, what makes one social listening platform superior to another? The lifeblood of any social listening platform starts with the data sources, and the higher volume of data, the more statistically accurate it will be. The sources should also cover many languages and countries. Automated Sentiment Analysis (ASA) technology is also crucial because it will tell you how your consumers feel with little to no manual intervention. The vast amounts of data are displayed in easy-to-read widgets and charts.

The 6-Minute Step Test (6-MST) is a simple, inexpensive field test that is increasingly used to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness. Whether sufficient performance is revealed by this test and the effect on it of motivational factors such as music is unknown. In this cross-sectional, randomized, and crossover research design, we aimed to analyze 6-MST performance and test outcomes in different music-related auditory conditions of non-musical/non-rhythmic [NM/NR], musical/non-rhythmic [M/NR], and musical/rhythmic [M/R]). We had 38 healthy young adults (M age = 21.21, SD = 1.21 years; 60% male) complete all tests, and we measured their number of steps taken, heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, peripheral oxygen saturation, perceived dyspnea, and fatigue on the modified Borg scale. We recorded individually calculated submaximal values according to heart rate reached after three tests. The number of steps increased in the M/R condition relative to other conditions (p = 0.003), and the amount of change in perceived leg fatigue was also higher in the M/R condition (p < 0.017). Despite variable test performances in different auditory conditions, we found no statistically significant difference in cardiovascular fitness and symptoms (p > 0.05). We concluded that the 6-MST is a useful tool for assessing maximum cardiac tolerance, especially if administered while listening to rhythmic music.

The World Health Organization estimates that 1 billion young people worldwide could be at risk of hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices. Nearly half of people ages 12 to 35 in middle- and high-income countries are exposed to unsafe levels of sound from personal audio devices.

Today, I challenge you to hold up the mirror. Are you a good listener? Do you really hear to understand or are you usually just waiting to respond? Be intentional about improving your listening skills in your work, home and social life, and you will grow and learn more than you can imagine.

As your child plays, verbally repeat back some of what they say. "If they say 'and it crashes,' I'm going to say 'and it crashes,' " explains Harrison. The repetition shows your child you understand them and that you're listening. Focus especially on talk you'd like to hear more of. For example, if they say, "I'm reading a book!" you might say, "you're reading a book!"

Harrison recommends doing at least 5 minutes of special time with your child at least four times a week and making it part of a daily routine, perhaps a little before bedtime to help your child relax.

Give yourself 90 minutes to complete this social listening guide. By the end, you will have completed your listening query and be on your way to improving your content strategy, iterating on new product designs, outpacing your competition and building more impactful future campaigns.

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- [Narrator] George Bernard Shaw said, "The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." So true. We walk away not really having communicated with one another most often when poor listening skills are on display. Hardly a formula for success. You could dramatically increase your listening skills by taking just 60 seconds right before engaging with someone to repeat this three-word mantra: cleanse, quiet, comprehend. I'll explain. First, cleanse your mental palette by asking, "What has my attention right now?" If it's anything other than the person you're about to engage with, clear it away. Imagine taking a wet sponge and wiping away the mental residue on your brain, the lingering thoughts, worries, or distractions. Prepare yourself to zone in, so you don't zone out. It's about getting into a state of readiness to show interest in and empathy for another human being, to learn something, to better connect, all gifts not to be missed. Then, commit to staying quiet. Silence your agenda. Remind yourself not to talk until they're done. We all know that person who can't wait to jump in, constantly interrupting. Do you feel heard by that person? Of course not. I remember a coworker whose idea of listening was waiting for you to take a breath so he could take over the conversation. And I never tried to share the full breadth and depth of my thinking because, honestly, I knew I'd never get to it. I withdrew when I should have been extending my unique perspective. You certainly don't want to be the cause of reactions like that. Finally, comprehend. Think about it. You can tell whether someone's listening and understanding or not. Remind yourself to show up as listening by sending signals of absorption, little indicators to the other person that you're listening to and understanding them, like nodding your head, maintaining eye contact, asking thoughtful follow-up questions, or even taking notes. By the way, a pro tip on taking notes. Because you're not making eye contact while taking notes, say, "I'm listening, I'm just taking notes right now." The reassurance helps, as lack of eye contact at any time throws communication off a little, even when you believe the person is listening. Cleanse, quiet, comprehend. Three words worth listening to. 2351a5e196