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Originally Posted by The_Jazz
Try this: listen, don't wait for your turn to talk.
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Bingo.
My mother actually commented during a visit a few months ago that I had grown really quiet in recent years. I said it was because I try to spend more time listening to others and less time talking. Furthermore, I honestly feel like I'm less likely to embarrass myself if I keep my mouth shut.
KellyC, this is a really quick way to take care of your problem. Just shut the hell up and respond only when necessary. Do this for a while and before too long you'll be thinking before you speak and listening more effectively as well.