Don't listen to reply...
..listen to understand.
It's a familiar scenario. You and your partner are having a conversation and you're listening and nodding along in agreement, but you're also forming your response in your mind.
In fact, your response is practically on the tip of your tongue, and you're almost ready to interrupt the conversation to say it. And it can happen in any situation—with co-workers, friends, and family.
While we are all guilty of doing this, it's problematic because you aren't fully attentive and mindful of what your partner is saying. You have a great response ready to go, but you might have missed an important detail about your partner's thoughts or feelings.
Instead, just slow down a bit and really listen. Wait to think about your response until your partner has finished talking. Not only will you have better conversations, but you'll also understand your partner, or anyone else, a lot more.
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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35.4% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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64.6% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Poll: Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? ☕
Wellington’s identity is built on its cafe culture, but with costs climbing, that culture is under pressure. We’ve seen the headlines about recent closures, and it’s a tough pill to swallow along with a $6+ coffee.
We all want our favourite spots to stay open, but we also have to balance our own budgets ⚖️
We want to know: How are you handling the "coffee math" in 2026? Are you still heading to your local for a chat and a caffeine fix, or has the cost of living changed your habits?
Keen to read more about "coffee math"? The Post has you covered.
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46.3% I avoid spending money on coffee
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44.3% I still indulge at my local cafe
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9.4% Irrelevant - coffee is not for me
Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!
Love potatoes? We will give away free copies of the May 2026 issue to readers whose potato recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way to enjoy potatoes: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by March 1, 2026.
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