You’ve watched the videos on TikTok. Babies, after they just get fitted for hearing aids, hearing the voice of their mother for the first time. In some videos, the baby is hesitant at first. They fight when the doctor attempts to place the device in their ear. Before they smile with joy, they might cry a bit. A variety of emotions envelopes them. They are not sure what to expect. But ultimately, with restored hearing, the world suddenly opens up for them. The laughter and the smiles are enough to cause you to burst into tears of joy!
But anyone can have this life-altering moment.
You’re not by yourself if you’re feeling anxious about getting hearing aids. You don’t have to be a baby to feel a little wary of this new experience.
When individuals of any age experience hearing aids they might cry tears of joy, let’s explore why.
Music to your ears
Maybe you didn’t even know. It developed so gradually. You don’t appreciate music like you used to. It just doesn’t seem as satisfying as it once did. At times, it is even aggravating. And the higher the volume the more grating it gets.
It’s not just volume that is impacted by hearing loss. It affects how you hear different tones and notes.
Music is made of notes of sound that mix together and travel as waves that are then detected by your ears. If you can’t hear the wonderful complexity of music, it just isn’t the same.
Those notes that were once lost in music will be enjoyed once again when you get hearing aids. Once more, music comes alive. It was once a great pleasure in your life and now you have it back.
The laughter of a child
Do you recall the sound of a child laughing? If you’ve been reluctant to wear your hearing aid, you might have forgotten how amazing this experience can be. Rejuvenate your hearing and rediscover these magical moments with your grandchildren.
Repaired relationships
Untreated hearing loss can place a considerable strain on relationships. It annoys people and causes misunderstandings. 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 each other’s company, the person with hearing loss will feel disconnected and will frequently isolate themselves.
Hobbies less enjoyable so you’ve given many of them up?
Your relationships with your kids, friends, and your significant other will be revived when you get your hearing back.
Learn to speak with each other again. Engage in long talks. Get back to doing the things you enjoy and spending time with people you love.
It’s time to consider hearing aids if you’re missing these things in your life.
Feeling more secure in your home
Are you stressed that you could be missing essential safety sounds? If a loved one was injured and calling out to you, would you hear them? Would you be able to hear the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector? Could you miss an important phone call because you didn’t even hear it ringing?
When you stroll through the neighborhood, are you sure that you’ll hear approaching traffic, pedestrian signals, or a bicycle bell?
These “what if’s” can cause us to feel insecure in places where we should feel totally safe. But you put yourself at ease and more completely enjoy life when you get hearing aids. This is known as 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 know what you’re missing. Hearing loss progresses gradually in most instances. It’s possible that you have forgotten what hearing well is like.
When you can suddenly hear again, you’ll be surprised. You’ll regret letting it go this long. Think you might have some degree of hearing loss? Give us a call today to schedule a hearing test and find out what you’ve been missing.