TikTok has some really awesome videos you’ve probably seen. Babies hearing their mother’s voices for the first time after being fitted for a hearing aid. Sometimes, initially, the baby is resistant. When the doctor tries to place the hearing aid in their ears, they put up a fight. Before they smile with joy, they might cry a bit. A variety of emotions envelopes them. They are not sure what to expect. But in the end, with restored hearing, the world suddenly opens up for them. These videos can even cause joyful tears for those watching them.
But this life-changing moment could happen for anybody.
You’re not alone if you’re feeling apprehensive about getting hearing aids. If you’re feeling somewhat anxious about this process it doesn’t indicate that you’re a baby.
When people of any age experience hearing aids they might cry tears of joy, let’s discover why.
Music to your ears
You may not have even noticed it. It developed so gradually. You quit listening to music. You’re just not that into it now. It even aggravates you at times. And the higher the volume the more grating it becomes.
Hearing loss doesn’t just impact the volume of sound. In some cases, only certain notes of sound are impacted.
All musicians know that the notes work together to make a single sound that resonates as waves move into your ears. Music is just not the same if you can’t hear the amazing complexity of the notes.
When you use your hearing aid, suddenly you can hear those once-silent tones. Once again, music comes alive. It was once a wonderful pleasure in your life and now you’ve got it back.
The laughter of a child
Do you remember what a child’s laughing sounds like? If you’ve been hesitant to use your hearing aid, you may have forgotten how beautiful this experience can be. Rediscover these magical moments with your grandchildren by rejuvenating your hearing.
Restored relationships
Relationships can be significantly strained by untreated hearing loss. People get aggravated. They often argue more. And the individual with hearing loss will often feel like a burden causing them to seclude themselves.
They might stay away from social clubs or dinner out because they feel secluded and disconnected while others are chatting.
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.
Regain your ability to talk to each other. Converse long into the night. 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
Are you concerned that you could be missing important safety sounds? Would you hear the voice of a hurt loved one yelling to you from another room? If the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector sounded, could you hear them? Would you miss an important phone call because you didn’t even hear it ringing?
Do you stress that you won’t hear approaching traffic or pedestrian signals when out for a walk?
When we are in places where we should feel very secure, hearing loss can cause us to feel quite uneasy. But you put yourself at ease and more thoroughly enjoy life when you get hearing aids. This is called peace of mind.
Whatever you’re missing, you may not even know about it
Just like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you may not appreciate what you’re missing. In most instances, hearing loss is a slow progressive process. It’s possible that you’ve forgotten what hearing well is like.
When you can suddenly hear again, you’ll be amazed. You’ll wish you addressed it sooner. Think your hearing loss isn’t that bad? Find out just what you’ve been missing by calling us for a hearing exam.