Published on 12, July, 2020
How do you cope with noise, not just loud noises but just noise in general like traffic, dogs barking or one that really sends me in to sensory overload is the sound of pen and pencil on paper. At school I hear that every day when I'm there. I'm in sixth form now and dreading that after summer. I did try ear plugs but found I couldn't focus as well because all I could feel was them in my ears and it distracted me and made me feel uneasy.
It's not just school. I hear dogs bark. Buses make that ssss sound when they stop. And people out are just extremely loud and seem to be in a constant shouting match.
Why can't the world be quieter?
Ear plugs were rather annoying when I first started using them. Eventually after a great deal of use they became associated with a different type of comfort. But I use Etymotic ear plugs. They're apparently back-stocked in the UK and not available for 3 months from what I've heard though.
But honestly, the only thing to do in a world which is noisier than ever is either live remote or buy soundproofing. Musicians usually save up to buy a small portable sound proof box. Could be worth the investment if you can't move? Mind, they can start at 1500 and get as expensive as one can dream up. Whisper Booths price between 7k-25k LOL