I am just now reading this article. I am very happy for you. It is so very exciting. I enjoy writing just a little and I really appreciate the way you have polished your craft. I am sure that you have already had the thought that the much improved hearing will benefit you as a writer as well. Mainly, life will just be better for you and for those around you. For that, I am very happy.
You have motivated me! I’ve got a Dr’s referral to a ear, throat, and nose Dr about my hearing. I’ll let you know what happens. Thanks for sharing your story. 👍🏼
I was too! It's really better once you have them, though. It really does open up a whole new world. The truth came for me when I took my hearing test and realized just how much I'd lost.
I called the office my Dr referred me to. They are backed up thru April!!! 😳 I’m on a waiting list if someone cancels. 👍🏼 Nervous, but I’m going to do it. Thanks again for your support and encouragement!
Beautiful. I remember that last post, one of the better things I've read on Substack. And now thanks for this lesson on how humility and honesty create connection and appreciation for the little gifts of life. As I always emphasize on The Healthy Jew, whatever happens in our bodies - in your case, hearing - holds a broader message about the meanings of life.
So sept 26 2017 I woke up deaf in my right ear. I work in an ER so of course I blew it off for a week. I guess it was denial but I told myself I must have punctured my ear drum. After that first week the tinnitus kicked in or at least I noticed it. Anyway since then I’ve tried many things from hearing aids to acupuncture to steroids to craniosacral therapy. I even was enrolled in an experimental treatment but I didn’t make the cut. Nothing really helped. Mine is a bit different because it was sudden onset verses gradual. Either way Hearing loss sucks. It’s funny just how much of one’s life can be effected by it. I’m glad you are doing well with the hearing aids. Can I ask what kind they are? Good luck in Richmond
Actually, I have! I ran a few miles on my treadmill with them on; I'd temporarily misplaced my AirPods, and so they were a quick replacement. My audiologist says it's fine to exercise in them, so why not?
I got mine two months ago from the VA. I had a traumatic hearing loss 50 years ago from a rocket blast in Vietnam. For most of the last 50 years analog hearing aids were ineffective because all they did was amplify across the entire spectrum. The new digital ones solved the problem because they can be tuned to amplify only the part of the spectrum that’s damaged. Thank goodness for technology. For most of five decades I couldn’t hear or understand what women were saying. Now I can hear and still not understand.
Ha!! 🤣 And yes, the technology they use for these they're making today is LIGHT years ahead of 20 years ago, even. They're pretty amazing little devices.
Congrats Terrell! Good on you! I have taken care of my near deaf mother for years and her refusal to wear aides? Well has worn us all down! And? Stretched my vocal cords to a place of disrepair! 😂
Bravo! It’s a beautiful world that our senses allow us to experience. I hope you will continue to discover what you may have been missing.
BTW? I want to post something ahead of the Richmond races. I’ve lived there and have numerous recommendations for all who are going! I’ll be there!
I was in denial about hearing loss like many others. At the time, I was still active-duty Air Force and in a key leadership role. I noticed that I began to resent the people I could not clearly hear…and that’s when I cried “Uncle” and went to the medical group commander and “confessed my need.” Lots of hours (2,700+) flying helicopters certainly contributed, but that was no excuse for taking it out on others. My life would be so empty if I had not been willing to seek help. Glad I did…& glad you did as well.
Birds are so fun once you get to know them. I've been a birder most of my life, so their calls are second nature. Cornell Department of Ornithology has a great introduction to bird calls. I'm sure your app will include them. It is a wonderful resource.
Oregon was really helpful after moving here. Washington was a whole 'nother story!
T-storms and rain. here. Supposed to get pretty cold this upcoming weekend. Have to find a warm rain jacket so I can run my race this upcoming November. . . something made without "velcro!!"
You described my experience exactly. I didn’t know all that I was missing until I put the hearing aids in the first time. I remember that sense of calm you described. Glad you took the plunge.
I don’t know what type of hearing aids you got, but I’ve had three different devices, and I hated all them! I whip them off as soon as I get home-even before my bra!
I wear hearing aids as well and am so thankful for them, but as soon as I am home, I also cannot wait to take them out. I don’t always want to hear everything...haha...sensory overload for me.
Isn't it great hearing everything again? Never had that problem. It's even more fun listening to the birds calling and you can identify them. . I can still tell who is coming around the feeders by their wing stroke. Vision has always been a problem. Soft Contacts take care of that. . . no problems ever with running, though I was miserable trying to adjust to the hard lenses. I could do cataract surgery like Clark, but cannot bear the thought of more glasses. . . Grey hair, he says. Mine as been white for years and I love it the way it is! I will say Medicare is great! It covers most of the costs. Our medical system is pretty good for older folks in spite of the bad rap it takes. . .
It is! My parents, and my grandparents before them, loved their Medicare. I will also take your recommendation on listening to the birds -- I have an app that helps me identify them, but I'd love to be able to do it on my own.
I am just now reading this article. I am very happy for you. It is so very exciting. I enjoy writing just a little and I really appreciate the way you have polished your craft. I am sure that you have already had the thought that the much improved hearing will benefit you as a writer as well. Mainly, life will just be better for you and for those around you. For that, I am very happy.
not that this will come as a surprise, but i just want to reaffirm that you’re a really great writer. you have a fantastic style and flow
Katie, you have seriously just made my day!! That means a lot, coming from you, as you're also a writer whose style I love. Thank you so, so much.
truly my pleasure! i feel very lucky to have found your work
You have motivated me! I’ve got a Dr’s referral to a ear, throat, and nose Dr about my hearing. I’ll let you know what happens. Thanks for sharing your story. 👍🏼
YES! I'm so glad to hear that, Corrina -- keep me posted on what your ENT says!
I will. I’m nervous. 😥
I was too! It's really better once you have them, though. It really does open up a whole new world. The truth came for me when I took my hearing test and realized just how much I'd lost.
I called the office my Dr referred me to. They are backed up thru April!!! 😳 I’m on a waiting list if someone cancels. 👍🏼 Nervous, but I’m going to do it. Thanks again for your support and encouragement!
If you can do it, I can do it. 👍🏼
This is such a wonderful update. I’m so happy for you!
Thanks, Maddie!
Beautiful. I remember that last post, one of the better things I've read on Substack. And now thanks for this lesson on how humility and honesty create connection and appreciation for the little gifts of life. As I always emphasize on The Healthy Jew, whatever happens in our bodies - in your case, hearing - holds a broader message about the meanings of life.
Thanks, Shmuel!
Wow Terrell, so happy for you. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Thanks, HHR! See you in Richmond -- in a little over 2 weeks!
So sept 26 2017 I woke up deaf in my right ear. I work in an ER so of course I blew it off for a week. I guess it was denial but I told myself I must have punctured my ear drum. After that first week the tinnitus kicked in or at least I noticed it. Anyway since then I’ve tried many things from hearing aids to acupuncture to steroids to craniosacral therapy. I even was enrolled in an experimental treatment but I didn’t make the cut. Nothing really helped. Mine is a bit different because it was sudden onset verses gradual. Either way Hearing loss sucks. It’s funny just how much of one’s life can be effected by it. I’m glad you are doing well with the hearing aids. Can I ask what kind they are? Good luck in Richmond
I hear similar things from people who have had cataract surgery. It opens up a new world for them.
Let us know how it is when you first run with them.
Actually, I have! I ran a few miles on my treadmill with them on; I'd temporarily misplaced my AirPods, and so they were a quick replacement. My audiologist says it's fine to exercise in them, so why not?
I got mine two months ago from the VA. I had a traumatic hearing loss 50 years ago from a rocket blast in Vietnam. For most of the last 50 years analog hearing aids were ineffective because all they did was amplify across the entire spectrum. The new digital ones solved the problem because they can be tuned to amplify only the part of the spectrum that’s damaged. Thank goodness for technology. For most of five decades I couldn’t hear or understand what women were saying. Now I can hear and still not understand.
Ha!! 🤣 And yes, the technology they use for these they're making today is LIGHT years ahead of 20 years ago, even. They're pretty amazing little devices.
Congrats Terrell! Good on you! I have taken care of my near deaf mother for years and her refusal to wear aides? Well has worn us all down! And? Stretched my vocal cords to a place of disrepair! 😂
Bravo! It’s a beautiful world that our senses allow us to experience. I hope you will continue to discover what you may have been missing.
BTW? I want to post something ahead of the Richmond races. I’ve lived there and have numerous recommendations for all who are going! I’ll be there!
John, that's so awesome! Can't wait to meet up! I'll send out an email dedicated to our race in a few days -- really looking forward to it.
I was in denial about hearing loss like many others. At the time, I was still active-duty Air Force and in a key leadership role. I noticed that I began to resent the people I could not clearly hear…and that’s when I cried “Uncle” and went to the medical group commander and “confessed my need.” Lots of hours (2,700+) flying helicopters certainly contributed, but that was no excuse for taking it out on others. My life would be so empty if I had not been willing to seek help. Glad I did…& glad you did as well.
Birds are so fun once you get to know them. I've been a birder most of my life, so their calls are second nature. Cornell Department of Ornithology has a great introduction to bird calls. I'm sure your app will include them. It is a wonderful resource.
Oregon was really helpful after moving here. Washington was a whole 'nother story!
T-storms and rain. here. Supposed to get pretty cold this upcoming weekend. Have to find a warm rain jacket so I can run my race this upcoming November. . . something made without "velcro!!"
For once, I'm excited to get out for a 5K! :)
You described my experience exactly. I didn’t know all that I was missing until I put the hearing aids in the first time. I remember that sense of calm you described. Glad you took the plunge.
I don’t know what type of hearing aids you got, but I’ve had three different devices, and I hated all them! I whip them off as soon as I get home-even before my bra!
I wear hearing aids as well and am so thankful for them, but as soon as I am home, I also cannot wait to take them out. I don’t always want to hear everything...haha...sensory overload for me.
Really?! That's wild -- so you don't wear them any more?
I do but I only forget they’re on when I’m very busy. What type do you have?
Isn't it great hearing everything again? Never had that problem. It's even more fun listening to the birds calling and you can identify them. . I can still tell who is coming around the feeders by their wing stroke. Vision has always been a problem. Soft Contacts take care of that. . . no problems ever with running, though I was miserable trying to adjust to the hard lenses. I could do cataract surgery like Clark, but cannot bear the thought of more glasses. . . Grey hair, he says. Mine as been white for years and I love it the way it is! I will say Medicare is great! It covers most of the costs. Our medical system is pretty good for older folks in spite of the bad rap it takes. . .
It is! My parents, and my grandparents before them, loved their Medicare. I will also take your recommendation on listening to the birds -- I have an app that helps me identify them, but I'd love to be able to do it on my own.