Interesting question: “Can you isolate five sounds in your everyday environment that you value and enjoy and that enrich your life?” I love the sound of the birds at sunrise; church bells every morning across the river; my husband playing piano; the wind; the outdoor waterfall. Personally, the only time I have ever worn headphones is here, in Florida, if I go to our condo’s gym. They have the TV tuned to the corny morning programs or Fox News, none of which interests me. So I listen to an interesting podcast instead. Otherwise, I never wear earbuds. I love tuning in, not out. But I could see where living in a place like NYC, it could help with the overwhelm of over stimulation.
Mute only when necessary, not to ignore, talking with strangers can be delightful.
If we are listening to podcasts or music or white noise all the time, we are removing ourselves from society and the chance to interact, help, experience delight.
Interesting question: “Can you isolate five sounds in your everyday environment that you value and enjoy and that enrich your life?” I love the sound of the birds at sunrise; church bells every morning across the river; my husband playing piano; the wind; the outdoor waterfall. Personally, the only time I have ever worn headphones is here, in Florida, if I go to our condo’s gym. They have the TV tuned to the corny morning programs or Fox News, none of which interests me. So I listen to an interesting podcast instead. Otherwise, I never wear earbuds. I love tuning in, not out. But I could see where living in a place like NYC, it could help with the overwhelm of over stimulation.
Doesn't matter though lol. Headphones and music are lifesavers.
Mute only when necessary, not to ignore, talking with strangers can be delightful.