You don’t have to settle for a life where you’re straining to understand people, and asking them to repeat themselves. 

Uncertainty

In group settings. You don’t know what others are saying. 

Brain

Cognitive health diminishing from lower stimulation.

Slow work

You may be anxious about job performance, think about retiring sooner, or become less confident, even though you have considerable expertise to offer. 

Relationship

Breakdowns because of fewer conversations and connections.

Fatigue

Because straining to hear takes all of your energy.

Feeling Invisible

Others don’t understand how hearing issues are affecting you. You speak up less.