Listen better, connect deeper

This is with reference to the cover story, “Listen better, connect deeper” by Eshal Khurshid (YW, January 25). The article highlighted the importance of active listening and how it strengthens relationships.

In today’s fast-paced world, where people are more engaged with their devices than they are with those around them, the art of truly listening is fading. I especially appreciated the section on non-verbal cues, as body language plays a crucial role in making someone feel heard.

The article serves as a valuable reminder that listening is not just about hearing words, but understanding emotions and perspectives behind them.

Farah Zubair,
Lahore

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The cover story, “Listen better, connect deeper” by Eshal Khurshid brilliantly captured the subtle, yet crucial difference between hearing and truly listening.

Many times, people just wait for their turn to speak rather than engage in meaningful conversations. The signs of a poor listener mentioned in the article, such as interrupting or being distracted, are eye-opening and relatable.

If more people adopted the habits of good listening, misunderstandings would decrease and relationships would flourish. A great read that encourages self-reflection!

Ahmed Raza,
Islamabad

Don’t let yesterday steal today

This is regarding the story “Don’t let yesterday steal today” by Wasfa Khan (YW, February 1).

Like Ethan in this story, many of us lose confidence when we don’t win a game. Winning and losing are part of the game, and we learn from both. Getting worried and not giving your best in future games just because of losing one match results from lack of confidence. The past shouldn’t define the future one can have.

Amna Anis,
11 years, Hyderabad

The world we live in

This is with reference to the article “The world we live in” by Eshaal Muzammil (YW, January 25). It is true that in this digital world, we have lost meaningful connections and strong bonds.

We rely on social media apps, sending emojis and reacting to messages — that’s what we have become. In-person encounters now feel awkward and our world are bound to social media.

It is high time we recognise the true meaning of life and the world we live in because these apps are only pushing us apart and gradually breaking our close relationships.

Zaid Ali,
Karachi

Published in Dawn, Young World, April 12th, 2025