AUTHOR: Franz Jalics, SJ.
PUBLISHER: Ediciones Sígueme.
BOOK SUMMARY
A spiritual guide on listening as a path to transformation. Jalics teaches that deep listening — to oneself, to others, to God — is the foundation of a living spiritual life, open to genuine encounter.
KEY QUOTES
“As long as you want to impose your convictions on others — puffed up by what you think you know — no one will listen to you…”
RELATIONSHIP WITH THE VALUES OF THE DAF FOUNDATION
It fosters a way of presence and accompaniment that nurtures authentic connections. It encourages human service through contemplative listening. Aligned with active compassion and awareness.
WHY WE RECOMMEND IT IN THE LITERARY CAFÉ
- Practices contemplative listening through silence.
- Ideal for volunteers or companions in human processes.
- Cultivates authentic and transformative relationships.
GUIDE FOR PERSONAL REFLECTION OR SELF-DIALOGUE
- When do I speak more and listen less?
- How do I react when my opinions are challenged?
- What can I transform in my way of listening to accompany others more effectively?
