โComplementary earplugs for anyone who is sound sensitive!โ the bright colored sign proclaimed at the check-in table for the Sunday matinee of The Rocky Horror Show. โOh no,โ I immediately thought, โthis must be a loud one.โ But then I felt relieved. At least this venue is aware of the dangers and is providing freeย Continue reading
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Living with Hearing Loss 2025 Wrap-Up
Thank you for making our community a welcoming and enriching environment for more than 10 years! 2025 has been another busy year ofย writing,ย speaking, and hearing accessย consulting! And of course,ย We Hear Youย screenings andย Hear & Beyondย book signings! I look forward to many more events in the future! Most Viewed Posts of 2025 Our top posts of 2025ย Continue reading
Hearing Hacks for the Holiday Season
Make this holiday season more hearing-loss-friendly with practical tips to reduce stress, prevent listening fatigue, and stay connected with family and friends. Key Takeaways ๐ Plan ahead to set yourself up for communication success. ๐ฏ๏ธ Create spaces that support communicationโgood lighting, low noise, and smart tech. ๐ฌ Speak up about your needs and donโt fakeย Continue reading
Hearing Loss Exhaustion: When Listening Becomes Too Much
Do you ever get hearing loss exhaustion? I sometimes do โ especially on days that demand extra listening. Conferences, family gatherings, even long dinners out can leave me completely spent. When everyone talks at once, my focus vanishes fast. Once, I walked out of an event just to save my sanity. I now refer toย Continue reading
When Putting on Music Helped Me Hear
โTurn on some music. It will help me hear you better,โ said no one ever who has hearing loss. But, maybe that isnโt right. When the background is too quiet, people tend to lower their voices and speak in hushed tones. Think of a library or a quiet reception area at a doctorโs office. Inย Continue reading
