Forbes November 24, 2024
As someone who has spent years navigating the world of audiology, I’ve realized that helping others embrace hearing health is about more than just telling them what to do yet meeting them where they are. As a lifelong hearing aid user — spanning the evolution from clunky analog devices to today’s sleek, high-tech digital models — I’ve learned firsthand that no one likes to be told they “need” something, especially regarding hearing loss.
A saying resonates deeply with me: Tell me, I’ll forget; show me, I may remember; involve me, and I’ll understand. This philosophy has shaped how I approach conversations about hearing health. Instead of insisting, I share my journey openly. I show people that being hard of hearing...