Youre Not Listening

The premise of this book couldn't be more timely... inspiringly profound Smart and playful... It feels like a reiteration of something essential... Murphy is here to remind us entertainingly and compellingly exactly why it matters so much, especially right now. Hear, hear. -- Viv Groskop * Observer * Gripping from start to finish... brilliantextraordinarily interestingfull of meat and gold. -- Chris Evans * Virgin Radio Breakfast Show * Fiercely topical... You're Not Listening is an intriguing and constructive take on the problem... and a manual for better communication. Murphys book is intelligent and thought-provoking Listening is when someone take a real interest in who you area moment of attunement and understanding that sticks in both heads. We could all do with some of that. -- Melanie Reid * The Times * Its time for a spot of re-education... A fascinating guide to something we assume we do automatically, yet for the most part do very badly... The art of listening is really the art of being human. -- Stephen Moss * Guardian * We are losing this most crucial, arguably, of our skills in the modern world... I'll be adopting Murphy's advice... and I will be employing "support" responses everywhere. -- Charlotte Edwardes * Sunday Times Style Magazine *

Journalist Kate Murphy is a New York Times contributor whose eclectic and much-shared pieces have explored an extraordinary range of topics including health, technology, science, design, art, business, finance, fashion, dining, travel, and real estate. Kate is known for her fresh and accessible way of explaining complex subjects, particularly the science behind social interactions, helping readers understand why people behave the way they do.