Reflections on joy, silence, hearing loss, creativity, and the inner life.

Tag: hearing loss

  • The Journey Begins Soon—Are You Ready to Join Me?

    The wait is almost over! Silent Courage:An Introvert’s Authentic Journey with Hearing Loss will officially launch soon, and I am thrilled to share this journey with you. This book is a labour of love, and I created it with you in mind—whether you’re an introvert, have hearing loss, or are simply looking for inspiration to face your…

  • Cover Reveal: The Start of an Authentic Journey

    Whenever I look at the final cover of my book, Silent Courage: An Introvert’s Authentic Journey with Hearing Loss, I feel an overwhelming sense of connection. It perfectly captures the heart of my story and the message I hope to share with readers.

  • A Sneak Peek: How Hearing Loss Taught Me to Embrace Silence

    There are times when I need to remove my hearing aids—like when bathing, showering, or swimming, as they aren’t waterproof. I also remove them while sleeping since I don’t use permanent hearing aids (I explain the different types of hearing aids in my book Silent Courage: An Introvert’s Authentic Journey with Hearing Loss.) I often…

  • The Value of Writing About Introversion and Hearing Loss

    Hearing loss has always been a part of my identity. I coped with its challenges as best as I could throughout my life, often escaping into books as a child. Even as a student, I was a loner and didn’t reach out much to make friends.

  • Navigating Year-End Fatigue: A Guide for Introverts with Hearing Loss

    We all know the end-of-the-year slump that hit us without fail around October every year. It is the time when you start looking forward to a well-earned break. Simultaneously, you are overwhelmed with the work you must finish before then. For introverts with hearing loss, the social demands and noisy environments of year-end functions can…

  • Ménière’s Disease: A Struggle with Hearing and Balance

    While Ménière’s disease has its own unique causes, not all vertigo is the same. If you’ve ever wondered whether the Epley Maneuver might help, especially for sudden dizzy spells, it’s important to understand the difference between Ménière’s and other balance disorders like BPPV.

  • 4 Fantastic Books On Introversion And Hearing Loss

    “I think books are like people, in the sense that they’ll turn up in your life when you most need them.” – Emma Thompson Have you ever found solace in a book? Reading has always been my lifeline. As an introvert, I’ve always craved alone time, and my hearing loss gave me more reason to…

  • Love’s Gentle Harmony

    A story about hearing loss This quiet story captures the strain of conversation and hearing loss colliding in everyday life—and the quiet strength it takes to carry both. Nancy settles in her favourite chair with her Japanese Chin dog, Daisy, on her lap. The heat of her coffee seeps through the mug, warming her hands.…

  • Overcoming Isolation – Finding Connection in Quiet Ways

    “Silence is a true art; it teaches us to speak without words.” – Unknown Isolation or solitude? Stigma and misconceptions about introverts and hearing loss drive us into isolation and loneliness. However, we choose solitude because it fulfils our needs for silence and alone time. What if we can find the solution to isolation not…

  • Can You Find Simple Joy Amidst Challenges

    “Joy is the simplest form of gratitude.” —Karl Barth Not to be confused with the fleeting feeling of happiness, joy seldom relates to money or material things. Instead, you will often find them in special moments like – 1. The Joy Puppies Bring I always wanted a dog of my own since the dogs we…