> They take me for a great listener, when in fact, I can't hear shit, and I'm desperately switching back and forth between people's mouths to catch what they're

> They take me for a great listener, when in fact, I can't hear shit, and I'm desperately switching back and forth between people's mouths to catch what they're saying. FWIW you sound like a good listener. It’s more about understanding than hearing and the dedication to understand what people are saying is the hallmark of a good listener. That said, I’m sure it helps that perception that you have to stare so attentively at whomever is talking.