Lately I have been aware that I interrupt more often than I ever though I did in conversation. I am the baby in age in both offices that I work at, and I fear it makes me more immature than I am already. Does anyone have some tips for me to stop this annoying/selfish habit?
2006-10-23 10:17:32 · 10 answers · asked by carlaerickson 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
One way, is just to wait for people to ask you what you think. And really, sometimes it's just as smart to keep your thoughts to yourself.
2006-10-23 10:21:41 · answer #1 · answered by prettydebutante 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With age a lot of times comes maturity. While growing in wisdom sometimes can be a long process for some. Listen to those around you and you will learn a lot. Sometimes just being quite is the best thing to do. It's not always easy but it's worth it in the end. It will also make those around you take you more seriously. Then they will begin to accept you as being more mature then your age. Good Luck.
2006-10-23 18:07:03 · answer #2 · answered by purrfectsandcastle 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My boss is the same way, it just means that your a busy person. Seeing that you have this habit is very good because now you can just remind yourself that before every conversation tell yourself to not open your mouth at all until the person is done speaking. Remind yourself that it is rude and annoying and surely it will become a past bad habit. Good Luck!
2006-10-23 17:35:03 · answer #3 · answered by Jennifer S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't think about what story/experience you have to tell to add to something somebody's already telling. Listen to the people around you: you may actually find what little things they may say quite interesting and worth your attention. I used to interupt people a lot, but after some practice of just enjoying listening to people speak, I found that I wanted to ponder over what my friends/coworkers have to say a whole lot more than blabbing out my latest tale of the remote controller showing up in the freezer.
2006-10-23 17:23:31 · answer #4 · answered by Corinne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its good that you realize that about yourself. Most people stay in denial so pat yourself on the back sugar! All you have to do is learn how to let people finish what they are saying before you respond. It takes time. One of these days you are gonna listen to all the b.s. that people have to say and you aren't gonna want to talk to them at all. Dont worry about it. You'll be fine.
2006-10-23 17:27:39 · answer #5 · answered by winterblues 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you realize you're doing it, that's great, and you're already well on your way to fixing it. Just try to focus more on other people, and what they have to say, and what they think. The bottom line is most people like talking about themselves (we all have stories to share), and it's interesting getting people talking, and hearing their stories.
Try taking one or two deep breaths before jumping in next time.
You sound very nice - good luck!
2006-10-23 19:32:54 · answer #6 · answered by locolady98 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Promise yourself that you will bite your tongue till it hurts for each time you interrupt a conversation. When you tongue is all bloody, you will eventually learn your lesson.
2006-10-23 19:51:18 · answer #7 · answered by catonahottinroof 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
realization is the first step.
you are learning what adulthood is all about and gaining introspective. you are growing up. good for you.
look, ma, she's growin' up so fast.
2006-10-23 17:23:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
im sorry i couldnt get a word in, you kept interrupting, now what were you saying.
2006-10-23 19:37:44 · answer #9 · answered by sparky_butt 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Listen and you may be surprised at what you may learn.
2006-10-23 17:25:29 · answer #10 · answered by James F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋