Are we really listening?

The think that has been on my mind the past few weeks continues to be my Cognitive Coaching training that I attended in August. I am always reminded what a truly poor listener I am. Not only me, but this culture in general. I am trying to remain cognisant of listening to others but it is extremely hard to do. I feel I have so much to share when in reality people don't want to hear what I have to say. They want to be heard, just like I do. Where do we go to be heard? Someone asked me this and I truly had to think about it. I have discussions with colleagues and share with my spouse but to truly be heard with no interupptions is a tough one? I am interested where others go for this? I have 4 more days of training left and can only hope that I will continue to build up my skills to be a good listener and coach.