Status Updates From Living With Hearing Loss an...

“Stop apologising for existing. Instead of ‘I can’t hear’, choose ‘I don’t hear’. Instead of ‘Sorry, I’m deaf,’ choose ‘I’m deaf’ - and see what adjustments are made. Don’t waste energy or pain on those who don’t value who you are, what you need, or what you’ve been through.”

Aw, this is very sad to hear she had to give up live comedy because of her hearing loss and the consequent concentration fatigue and the effect it had on her mental health.

“Deafness and hearing loss affects your energy levels, with something known as listen fatigue. This comes from increased focus and concentration, whether this is following a conversation or being extra-alert to your surroundings. It is physically and mentally exhausting to keep up and follow along with hearing people.”