You’ve seen the videos on TikTok. Babies, after they just get hearing aids, hearing their mother’s voice for the first time. In some videos, the baby is uncertain initially. They struggle when the doctor attempts to put the device in their ear. Before they smile with joy, they may cry a bit. A variety of emotions envelopes them. They’re anxious about what to expect. But ultimately, with revived hearing, the world abruptly opens up for them. These videos can even cause joyful tears for people watching them.
But anyone can have this life-changing moment.
You’re not by yourself if you’re feeling apprehensive about getting hearing aids. You don’t have to be a baby to feel a little wary of this new experience.
Let’s investigate how people of any age may cry tears of joy when they use their hearing aid.
The sweet sound of music
Maybe you didn’t even know. It happened so gradually. You don’t appreciate music like you once did. You’re just not that into it anymore. At times, it is even grating. Turning it up makes it even worse.
It’s not simply volume that is impacted by hearing loss. Sometimes, only certain notes of sound are impacted.
All musicians know that the notes work together to make a unified sound that resonates as waves move into your ears. Music is just not the same if you are unable to hear the amazing complexity of the notes.
Those notes that were once lost in music will be appreciated once more when you use hearing aids. Music once more comes to life! It becomes a wonderful pleasure in your life that was lost.
The laughter of a child
Do you recollect the sound of a child laughing? You may have forgotten this wonderful sound experience if you’ve chosen not to wear your hearing aids. Restore your hearing and rediscover these magical moments with your grandchildren.
Repaired relationships
Neglected hearing loss can put a significant strain on relationships. It annoys people and causes misunderstandings. They often argue more. And the individual with hearing loss will frequently feel like a burden causing them to seclude themselves.
They may stay away from social clubs or dinner out because they feel alone and disconnected while others have a conversation.
Hobbies less enjoyable so you’ve given many of them up?
The simple act of getting your hearing back will revive your relationships with a significant other, brothers and sisters, children, and friends.
Learn to speak with one another again. Have long talks. Do all of the things you enjoy with the people you love.
If you’re missing this in your life, it’s time to reassess that hearing aid.
You feel safer at home
Do you feel anxious about what you can’t hear? If a loved one was injured and calling out to you, would you be able to hear them? If the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector sounded, would you be able to hear them? Would you miss the ringing of the phone when an important call was coming in?
Do you stress that you won’t be able to hear approaching traffic or pedestrian signals when out for a stroll?
These “what if’s” can cause us to feel unsafe in places where we should feel completely safe. But you put yourself at ease and more completely enjoy life when you get hearing aids. You’ll find peace of mind.
It’s likely you don’t recognize how much you’re missing
Much like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you may not appreciate what you’re missing. Hearing loss progresses gradually in most cases. It’s possible that you’ve forgotten what hearing well is like.
You’ll be surprised when, suddenly, you can hear again. You’ll regret neglecting it this long. Think your hearing loss isn’t that advanced? Find out just what you’ve been missing by calling us for a hearing assessment.
