Lecture 08 : Listening (Shravana) as a Soft Skill

This lecture presents Śravaṇa (listening) as a foundational soft skill and epistemic discipline in Indian Knowledge Systems. Classic stories of figures like Abhimanyu, Prahlada, and Dhṛtarāṣṭra illustrate the profound real-world consequences of complete versus flawed listening. The material shows how deep receptivity shapes character, emotional intelligence, and leadership presence. It redefines communication as moving beyond mere words (śabda) to grasp deeper context and intent (artha). Finally, it addresses the modern digital attention crisis, positioning patient, reflective listening as an essential leadership practice.