At some point I’m sure someone has told you that you’re a good listener. Perhaps you even pride yourself on this skill. But what does being a good listener really mean? To put that question into context, when was the last time you listened to someone during a conversation not just to hear what they’re saying or to respond, but to truly feel where they’re coming from? I learned about the power of listening through months of study to become a certified life coach in 2017.