That would mean we should listen more then we speak. Listening is very difficult for some people and that could be because hearing is one of the most complex functions of our body. Many people fail to "listen" simply because they cannot hear. As has been threaded through all of our blog posts, in one way or another, hearing is the most complex important sense in our body. The ears never turn "off", which is why when you are sleeping, any sound out of the ordinary will cause you to wake out of your deep slumber. Not many people think about the complexity and importance of the hearing mechanism. One can only truly listen if they can truly hear. Why is it that so many people don't understand or respect the true complexity of their own body?

Acceptance of hearing loss and need for assistance is key. Did you know that all US Presidents have worn glasses? Some just did not like being seen with them in public. Now glasses are a common everyday occurrence. The advancements and development of effortless, invisible hearing technology has broken into the hearing assistance industry. It is time to get the word out. Successful, non-invasive hearing assistance is here and readily available. Anyone with any communication challenges can and should be helped with hearing instruments. Hearing instruments are now as readily acceptable as glasses.

There are a number of facts that have no rational explanation, such as why a duck's quack doesn't echo. However, not listening because you cannot hear well is no longer an excuse. Whether it is fear, lack of knowledge or a misunderstanding of the importance of communication, it is time to break down the barrier and see an audiologist for help.

Dr. Keri Maas, Au.D.