TikTok has some really awesome videos you’ve most likely seen. Babies, after they just get hearing aids, hearing their mother’s voice for the first time. In some videos, the baby is uncertain at first. When the doctor tries to put the hearing aid in their ears, they put up a fight. Before they smile with delight, they might cry a bit. A variety of emotions overtakes them. They’re apprehensive about what to expect. But in the end, with revived hearing, the world suddenly opens up for them. These videos can even cause tears of joy for people watching them.
But this life-changing moment could happen for anyone.
You’re not by yourself if you’re feeling anxious about getting hearing aids. If you’re feeling rather apprehensive about this process it doesn’t indicate that you’re a baby.
Let’s explore how individuals of any age may cry tears of joy when they use their hearing aid.
Music to your ears
You might not have even recognized it. It happened so slowly. You don’t take pleasure in music like you used to. You’re just not that into it nowadays. At times, it is even aggravating. And the higher the volume the more grating it becomes.
It’s not simply volume that is effected by hearing loss. It impacts how you hear different pitches and notes.
Music is composed of notes of sound that unify and travel as waves that are then detected by your ears. Music just isn’t the same if you are unable to hear the wonderful complexity of the notes.
Those notes that were once lost in music will be enjoyed once again when you use hearing aids. Music once more comes to life! It becomes a great joy in your life that was lost.
A child’s laughter
Do you recollect the sound of a child laughing? If you’ve been hesitant to wear your hearing aid, you might have forgotten how amazing this experience can be. Rediscover these captivating moments with your grandchildren by restoring your hearing.
Relationships restored
Relationships can be significantly strained by untreated hearing loss. People get aggravated. They often argue more. And the person with hearing loss will frequently feel like a burden causing them to seclude themselves.
While others are chatting and enjoying one another’s company, the person with hearing loss will feel disconnected and will frequently separate themselves.
Hobbies less satisfying so you’ve given many of them up?
Your relationships with your children, friends, and your partner will have new life breathed into them when you get your hearing back.
Restore your ability to talk to each other. Have long conversations. Do all of the things you enjoy with the people you love.
If you miss this in your life, it’s time to reassess that hearing aid.
Feeling safer in your home
Are you concerned that you could be missing essential safety sounds? Would you hear the voice of a hurt loved one yelling to you from the other room? Would you be able to hear the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector? Would you miss the ringing of the phone when a significant call was coming in?
When you stroll through the neighborhood, are you sure 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 you put yourself at ease and more completely enjoy life when you get hearing aids. This is known as peace of mind.
Whatever you’re missing, you may not even know about it
Much like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you may not appreciate what you’re missing. Hearing loss progresses slowly in most situations. It’s possible that you’ve forgotten what hearing well is like.
You’ll be blown away when, suddenly, you can hear again. You’ll regret neglecting it this long. Think you may have some degree of hearing loss? Call us today to schedule a hearing exam and discover what you’ve been missing.