Deep Listening

“In the days that I read Deep Listening I could feel it starting to change, in subtle but powerful ways, how I show up with others. This is an important, profound yet approachable book that could help make the world a far saner and more vibrant place.” – Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks

“If you’ve ever felt like two ears aren’t enough, this book is for you. Deep Listening reveals how we can improve at hearing others–and helping them hear us too.” – Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Hidden Potential, and host of the podcast Re: Thinking

“In a world marked by dividedness and filled with noise, Deep Listening offers a profound gift–the pathway to receptive presence, and to honoring another’s humanity. Through eight wise and powerful steps, this book serves as a transformative guide to cultivating deeper understanding, compassion, and connection in every relationship. A must-read for anyone seeking to listen with intention and heart.” – Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance and Radical Compassion

“Deep Listening is a savvy and compassionate guide to better understand ourselves, others, and the world–essential when we face life’s uncomfortable challenges. A welcome book for these times.” – Jon Kabat-Zinn, bestselling author of Wherever You Go, There You Are and Full Catastrophe Living

“I wish I could make everyone I will ever meet read this book before we talk. Is that too much to ask?” – Amanda Ripley, journalist and author of High Conflict

“In Deep Listening, Emily Kasriel reveals how the simple act of listening can transform relationships, bridge divides, and ignite new ways of thinking. This book is a must-read for leaders who want to create authentic connections in an increasingly disconnected world. Read this book.” – Dorie Clark, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game

“This book is a pathway to healing our divided world.” – Christiana Figueres, climate diplomat and negotiator of the Paris Agreement

“I loved every minute of being listened to by Emily Kasriel, and I’m excited for others to experience her Deep Listening through this inspiring gem of a book. The world is lucky to be influenced by her.” – Nancy Kline, founder and president of Time to Think

“This book is profound and pragmatic at the same time. It guides us in how to improve ourselves as we also improve the world through deep listening. A must-read in our complex and polarizing world.” – Maryana Iskander, CEO of Wikimedia

“A valuable guide to listening in a way that’s ‘transformational’ rather than transactional… an encouraging resource for fostering more productive interactions in a polarized world.” – Publishers Weekly

Emily Kasriel’s distinguished career at the BBC for over two decades included roles as an award-winning journalist, editor and media executive. She developed the Deep Listening approach as a Senior Visiting Research Fellow at King’s College Policy Institute in London, drawing on her experience as an accredited executive coach and workplace mediator. Previously, she’s been a Visiting Fellow at Said Business School at Oxford University, and a Senior Advisor to the Skoll Foundation. An MA graduate of the University of Oxford and Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of International Relations (as a Rotary International Fellow), she lives in London.