I'LL LISTEN (2:56)

1
When I notice you've done something that I don't like,
and I tell you that it bugs me and we get into a fight,
It can help if I take a deep breath
and be willing to listen, instead of getting defensive.

CHORUS
I'll listen... I'll listen;
I'll tune in to your feelings and wants.
I'll listen...I'll listen;
I'll put myself in your shoes.

2
When I'm willing to stop and find out what's going on,
Ask you about your feelings, and what is it you want,
We'll often realize that we want the same thing
It just didn't look so clear in the beginning.

CHORUS (I'll listen, I'll listen...)

3
After I've listened to what you've had to say,
I'm wondering if you could listen in the same way.
Just open your heart, and pick up your ears,
And let me share my joys and my tears.

CHORUS (Oh, I'll listen...)

4
Will you refrain from giving me advice,
Or telling me that everything will be all right?
I have the answers right inside of me,
And if you give a little time, I'm sure the answers will arrive.

CHORUS (I'll listen, I'll listen...)

5
When our communication is complete,
We can help the world to find its peace,
By realizing that we're all the same inside,
We can let go of judgments that we often hide.

CHORUS VARIATION
Oh, let's all listen, yes, listen.
We'll tune into everyone's feelings and wants;
Let's listen, yes, listen; we'll help bring peace to the earth...
we'll help bring peace to the earth.


Think and Share Invitations
* Think and share about a time when you really listened to someone. Were you were able to "put yourself in their shoes" -- really pay attention to what they were thinking and feeling?

* How does it feel when someone listens to you in that way, doing their best to "put themselves in your shoes"?

* How might that kind of listening "help bring peace to the earth"?

* Why is it important to really listen to others and do your best to put yourself in their shoes?


For Songs connected with 5 Reproducible stories from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Stories for a Better World
https://lkwbetterworld.files.wordpress.com/2021/05/5-17-21-csbw-5-sample-stories-w.-songs-bonus-resources-and-list-of-other-stories.pdf


Words and music copyright 1990 by Patricia Mikkelson
Lead Singer and Producer Patricia Mikkelson,
Simplified Living Coach and Professional Organizer, www.becomeorganized.wordpress.com


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This song is part of a no-cost set of songs and resources, CARING AND CAPABLE KIDS -- 52 Songs written and recorded by Linda K. Williams and Friends, available at https://caringandcapablekids.com/caring-and-capable-kids/
* Offered at no cost for use in Classrooms, Distance Learning, Music Programs, After-School Programs, and Homes
for Social Emotional Learning, Music Therapy, and Developing Resilience, Empathy, and a Trauma - Informed / Responsive Lens
* Bonus Resources available via hyperlinks "Think and Share Invitations" for each song are offered as springboards for Restorative / Community Building Circles Writing / Journaling Pair and Share, and more.
* PLEASE ALSO CONSIDER engaging in Visual and Performing Arts inspired by the Lyrics ~ draw ~ paint ~ dance ~ mindful movement ~ hand motions ~ write additional lyrics, skits ~ and more


Link for this song:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVpzIAiND8c&list=OLAK5uy_kw6aTs5dEm_UxrS59m1RBnyW8zCDMLZ7E&index=8

YouTube link for album https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kw6aTs5dEm_UxrS59m1RBnyW8zCDMLZ7E