There are so many emotions associated with hearing loss that it can sometimes feel overwhelming.
I’m frustrated!
I feel left out.
Why can’t people remember to speak clearly?
When I feel bogged down with emotions, I sometimes take it out on those closest to me. This is not a great strategy because hurting others is never a good long-term way to make yourself feel better. A more productive way to cope is to write about how you are feeling. And writing causes no harm—especially if you delete your rant before hitting send.
Blogging helps me process emotions about my hearing loss. Writing hearing loss poetry might help as well. So when my dear friend jotted off a quick haiku to honor a recent girls’ trip to the beach, I was inspired to try my hand at this ancient art form.
What is a Haiku?
Do you remember writing haiku in grade school?
A haiku is a traditional Japanese poem with seventeen syllables spread over three lines of text. The lines form a 5-7-5 pattern with the first and third lines containing 5 syllables and the second containing 7. Haiku do not usually rhyme or use traditional punctuation. And for those grammar mavens, haiku is both the singular and plural form of the word.
Haiku often focus on nature, the seasons, animals, or other parts of the natural world, but any topic is appropriate. While short and sweet, haiku can be evocative and emotional. My friend’s haiku is below.
The beach is calling
Sand, surf, salt, blue mind, wet toes
Friends who are sisters
Isn’t it beautiful?
My Hearing Loss Haiku
I’m not sure my haiku are as good as my friend’s, but I share some of my favorites below. Please add to the collection by sharing your creations in the comments.
When you speak louder and slower
you include me too
Sitting with a friend
whose voice is too soft to hear
Worse than solitude
Blah, mumble, blah, blah
the soft-spoken hum trolls on
Impossible words
Dining out with friends
the group erupts in laughter
Loneliness descends
And here is a final promotional one….
Hear & Beyond book
shares tips for skillful living
Best hearing loss life
Readers, have you written a hearing loss haiku?
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Haiku
Joyful is the breeze
Always moving beyond me
Never to be heard
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your creation!
I hadn’t! But you inspired me:
Non-verbal language,
I hear better than your words.
Speech is more than sound.
Amazing one! Thanks for sharing it!