I mainly write about positive stuff or at least topics with a positive twist. I generally try to stay optimistic, despite the obstacles, and search for the silver lining. Hence it took me sometime to figure out the best way to communicate an issue I have been dealing with. I will, first, describe the problem and then offer a pragmatic outlook.

For a number of months, I have been to a few parties (most of us are turning thirty) and noticed some things. In the last two years, my breathing, swallowing and talking have changed. Hence, I can’t talk loudly. Furthermore, I slowly lost hearing in my right ear. So, you can imagine, being in a loud place, trying to say something can be quite challenging. This can be very frustrating. Especially if you want to add your point to the discussion but others just cannot hear you or haven’t even noticed you spoke.

Some people are very aware and try to include me. However, that’s not always possible, which I fully understand. This is an aspect of my condition that I haven’t paid as much attention to before but it’s impossible to overlook now. There were a few times when I really wanted to say something, and I just simply couldn’t.

One way to deal with the fairly new situation is to accept it. Another way is to seek quieter, less crowded places where I can listen and others can hear me properly. I realise that some circumstances don’t have solutions and not much can be changed. I don’t even expect any change. I just wanted to share with you some of the thoughts going through my head and certain difficulties this might bring. I would love to know about your experiences.