he relayed his entire work and education history, as well as quite a bit about his children, as well.
I fear being that person! After a lifetime of being overlooked and never listened to, I worry about going the opposite direction now. To eager to be known, and less likely to be considered a good listener.

Maybe this is the problem we all face now, too focused on creating an audience when we're with other people and not attentive enough about really listening to who they are.