Impact of digital communication on listening skills( TEXT OVER TALK)

IN THIS ERA, People Prefer TEXTING OVER TALKING. This digital-age phenomenon has transformed the way people listen, consume information and engage in conversations. 

While technology offers many advantages, it also presents challenges that impact our listening skills, which are crucial for communication, learning, and personal growth.

In the digital age, researchers suggest a mixed impact on listening and hearing skills. The potential benefits are:

• Online discussions, webinars, and digital storytelling help people listen to different voices with various perspectives from around the world. 
• Access to lot of Information
• AI-powered tools for easy understanding...

It is said that Listen not to reply, but to understand. 

But in current time, there are challenges that do exist and we need to immediately pay attention on that to preserve vital listening skills.  

• Reduced Attention Spans: The constant flow of information and notifications on social media reduces Active Listening and Attention Spans.

Active listening: A communication technique of paying attention to verbal and nonverbal cues of a speaker.

Attention span: Length of time for which a person is able to concentrate on a particular activity. 

• Lack of Nonverbal Cues: Online communication sometimes lack nonverbal cues. This might lead to miscommunications if not addressed with clear and active listening practices.

• Emotional Disconnect: Digital interactions sometimes lack in emotional part of communication, a very essential part for personalized response.

• Hearing Loss Risks: Prolonged exposure to loud music and other sounds through digital devices (including ear phones) can contribute to hearing loss, impacting listening abilities.

A balanced approach of using technology while, 

• practicing mindful listening 
• protection of hearing health 

during digital communication is very much essential in this era. 

Friends do think over this aspect to preserve this vital listening skills of ours and our future generations.

 By - Rupal