JOIN THE CELEBRATION OF THE 21st ANNUAL
I Love to Listen Day on May 16th, 2026!
Theme: Listening Poem
Today I Will Listen
In 2026, we proudly celebrate the 21st anniversary of I Love to Listen Day, a global event dedicated to fostering the power of listening in our homes, schools, and communities. Since its inception, individuals from numerous countries have embraced this day, reinforcing the vital role listening plays in building understanding and connection.
This year, we honor our theme, Today I Will Listen, by cultivating listening legacies worldwide. Everyone is encouraged to stay where you are and listen. Take time to listen to yourself, to others, to nature and to God. For many this will be a Listening Sabbath. This is an opportunity to engage in reflective listening practices, interactive activities, and celebrations of listening excellence.
Today I Will Listen
I promise to listen
With my ears, my eyes, and my heart.
I will listen
Without interrupting,
Without talking over others,
And without distractions.
I will show respect
By paying attention
And thinking before I speak.
I will listen to learn,
Listen to understand,
And listen to care.
I will remember
To be quick to hear,
Slow to speak,
And slow to anger.
Today and every day,
I will choose to be a great listener!
