TikTok has some really amazing videos you’ve most likely watched. Babies hearing the voice of their mother for the first time after being fitted for a hearing aid. In some videos, the baby is hesitant initially. They fight when the doctor tries to place the device in their ear. They might cry before they smile with delight. A variety of emotions envelopes them. They are not sure what to expect. But finally, their hearing is revived and the world suddenly opens up. These videos can even cause joyful tears for people watching them.
But anybody can have this life-altering moment.
If you’re feeling apprehensive about wearing a hearing aid, you’re not by yourself. If you’re feeling relatively apprehensive about this process it doesn’t indicate that you’re a baby.
Let’s explore how people of any age may cry tears of joy when they use their hearing aid.
The sweet sound of music
Perhaps you didn’t even know. It developed so gradually. You quit listening to music. It just doesn’t seem as satisfying anymore. It even annoys you sometimes. Turning the volume up makes it even worse.
Hearing loss doesn’t only impact the volume of sound. It affects how you hear different tones and notes.
Music is composed of notes of sound that mix together and travel as waves that are then picked up by your ears. Music just isn’t the same if you are unable to hear the amazing complexity of the notes.
When you use your hearing aid, all of a sudden you can hear those once-missing tones. Once again, music comes to life. It was once a wonderful pleasure in your life and now you’ve got it back.
The laughter of a child
Do you recollect the sound of a child laughing? You might have forgotten this beautiful sound experience if you have chosen not to wear your hearing aids. Rediscover these magical moments with your grandkids by rejuvenating your hearing.
Relationships repaired
Neglected hearing loss can put a considerable strain on relationships. People get frustrated. It can frequently result in more arguing. And the person with hearing loss will frequently feel like a burden causing them to isolate themselves.
While others are chatting and enjoying each other’s company, the individual with hearing loss will feel disconnected and will often isolate themselves.
Have you quit hobbies because they’re not as enjoyable?
Your relationships with your children, friends, and your partner will have new life breathed into them when you get your hearing back.
Learn to talk to each other again. Engage in long conversations. Do all of the things you enjoy with the people you love.
It’s time to consider hearing aids if you’re missing these things in your life.
You feel safer at home
Do you feel troubled about what you can’t hear? If a loved one was hurt and calling out to you, would you be able to hear them? If the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke alarm sounded, would you be able to hear them? Would you miss the ringing of the phone when a significant call was coming in?
When you stroll through the neighborhood, are you confident that you’ll hear approaching traffic, pedestrian signals, or a bicycle bell?
When we are in places where we should feel quite safe, hearing loss can make us feel quite uneasy. But when you use your hearing aid, you can be more comfortable, and enjoy life to its fullest. You’ll find peace of mind.
It’s likely you don’t know how much you’re missing
Much like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you might not appreciate what you’re missing. Hearing loss progresses slowly in most instances. You may simply forget the pleasure of things you no longer hear.
You’ll be blown away when, suddenly, you can hear again. You’ll regret letting it go this long. Think your hearing loss isn’t that advanced? Find out just what you’ve been missing by giving us a call for a hearing assessment.