Let me tell you about a protein you’ve probably never heard of. It’s called Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF). Scientists sometimes describe it as the ‘fertiliser for the brain’. Once you understand what it does, and how tinnitus may affect it, you can start to focus on what you can actually do. And as someone with […]

Flying can feel uncomfortable for many people, and tinnitus can heighten your anxiety about travel. Many worry the noise inside the aircraft will make symptoms worse, but with simple steps you can fly comfortably and safely. You may feel nervous before the flight, but you can have a good experience with the right preparation. Below […]

If you’ve had a tinnitus spike, you know how unsettling it can feel. If you haven’t, it is worth preparing because spikes are a normal part of the journey. Tinnitus spikes are periods where your tinnitus feels more intrusive. It may feel louder or the pitch may shift. Spikes are subjective, so any period where […]

If you’re here, chances are tinnitus has shaped more of your life than you ever intended. Maybe you’ve turned down invitations. Avoided places you used to love. Pulled away from routines that once grounded you, all in the name of “not making it worse.” Take a breath. And ask yourself: What has tinnitus quietly edged […]

One of the most important insights in tinnitus recovery is this: The noise is the pain.The distress we feel about it – that’s the suffering. At first glance, this might seem like a subtle distinction, but it’s a game changer. Pain is the raw experience: the sound you hear. Whether it’s ringing, buzzing, whooshing, or […]

Let’s be honest… If you’re Googling this at 2am — again — you’re not just searching for information.You’re looking for relief. For hope. For a way out of the noise that’s stolen your peace. And yet, all you’ve been told is: “It’s permanent. You’ll get used to it.” But you haven’t. You’re still waking up […]

Please feel free to share this letter with your loved ones. Permission is not required.  To family and loved ones,  I want to explain sound sensitivity in a simple way so you understand what is happening and how you can support yourself and the person you care about.  Sound sensitivity is a condition where everyday […]