Fireworks and Tinnitus

I spent the 4th home with ear plugs! Fireworks and tinnitus do not mix well together. I think the 4th of July is the loudest day of the year and the most harmful for our ears. I hope everyone was aware and took precautions to protect your ears.

The visual was beautiful anyway! I hope everyone had a nice Independence Day, including independence from the noise!

Happy 5th of July!

Tinnitus Support Groups

Please check out where your tinnitus support group is in your area.

Go to the ATA.Org website and put in your zip code or town.  I found it very beneficial to join these groups and share our experiences, and also discuss other ideas to deal the Noise of tinnitus.

There are many tools available to help ignore the noise and not give it the power that it wants. It is a matter of training our brain as we do with many other obstacles in our lives. It doesn't happen overnight but little by little, everyday, we can turn our focus off the noise and focus on the things that bring us joy. Keeping busy is key to a noiseless day!

Sinus Infection and Tinnitus

I definitely see the increase in noise in my ear as a result of a sinus infection! I think the meds that I am taking are  making it worse...not sure, or maybe since my ear is clogged, the noise seems louder? Regardless, the sound is relentless!
 Nature and soft breeze of the ocean are the somewhat soothing!

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Tinnitus in Italy

Just wanted to give a quick update. My journey with tinnitus is now in Italy! Maybe the stress of finally getting here when I was told trip was cancelled and then back on. Plus all the changes in my life within the last couple of months. Lots of emotional ups and downs with relationships coming and going. A true test of courage and strength. Happiness, sadness. Crazy how all the emotions have such a strong effect on tinnitus.

I have also been out of my healthy routine... Missing yoga, meditation... Don't get me wrong, I am very blessed to have had the opportunity to see a part of the world I have never been to. Amazing experience. Although I noticed the loudness in my ear is more profound! Diet could be part of it.

I am looking forward to returning home. Hopefully there will be a difference!

It's really important to keep a journal of  what makes a difference! Not sure about pasta and pizza.

Going to try to turn off the music now! Good night angels!

Good morning,

Woke up with my ear screeching, Very strange since I have been vigilant of my diet. My stress has level has been high, so I am positive that is the reason for my ear raging! My next question, How do I deal with it? GET RID OF THE STRESS, first. That begins without trying to make every one in my life happy when I know that is impossible!

I just heard about the Paleo Diet. It is very interesting as it is a plan that ONLY has the nutritional approach that works with your genetics to help you stay lean, strong and energetic. It allows you to eat fruits, vegetables and lean proteins. Avoids dairy, grains, processed foods and sugars. Also legumes, starches and alcohol ( one of the biggest culprits that makes tinnitus worse).

This diet also seems to help you sleep better! That's a major plus for those of us who struggle.

How wonderful that there are so many things to experiment with and hopefully find what works for you!

Keep the information coming!

Tornados in Florida today...

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Denise

Recently, I met someone who has had tinnitus for several years. He said he got it from a loud noise. He also shared with me that changing his diet has substantially reduced the loudness in his ear. He eats "Plant Food". Basically no meat, chicken or fish. Lots of veggies, eggs, fruit, grains and cheese. No caffiene or alcohol.

I think I will try it! If anyone has a special diet or method of reducing the noise, please share? It is so important to have support and to know we are not alone.

I really enjoy writing about my journey with tinnitus. It is very therapeutic for me to share my experiences, feelings and thoughts with others.

The angels are singing...

:)

Denise

Reminder of Tinnitus Awareness Week

Tinnitus Awareness Week is May 19-25. The ATA's resource center for TAW:

http://www.ata.org/taw2013.

Please check it out.

This past weekend was very stressful for me, Mother's Day became a day filled with emotions and anxiety. I noticed that my tinnitus got really loud and moved into the other ear! OMG, I panicked. I knew I had to de-stress with meditation, walk on the beach and pray for silence. I drank lots of water all day; thankfully it calmed down. Today it is a whisper. I am so thankful for God, yoga and good nutrients. Tinnitus definitely elevates when our emotions take over. I am grateful for the awareness and having tools in my box to help me when these situations occur.

Pain is inevitable, misery is optional.

Please get as much information as you can and share it with all of us suffering from this awful NOISE!

:)

Denise

Stress and Tinnitus

Good morning,

I notice today that my Tinnitus is louder. I realize that I have had some stress in the past two days and that the noise in my ear has intensified significantly.

I took a walk on the beach this morning, hoping that  the sound of the ocean would bring some serenity and quietness. I am looking forward to spending today being gentle with myself and surrendering all the things I cannot control. God is in control anyway!

Please remember that Tinnitus Awareness Week is May 19-25.

Denise

Is Tinnitus a side effect of Meniere's Disease?

Here is the link for Kristin. Kristin Chenoweth has come out in the past few days and noted that she has Meniere's Disease. One of the most common side effects of Meniere's is Tinnitus.

Kristin is thinking maybe that it had something to do with an accident when she fell and hit her head. Tinnitus is caused by noise exposure, but a little known fact is that the second leading cause of tinnitus is head and neck injuries which could be contributing to her condition.

I hope this information is helpful. Today my noise is very minimal. I am grateful just for today to be able to share my experience, strength and hope!

Peace, love and joy,

Denise

Tinnitus Awareness Week

This week is Tinnitus Awareness Week, celebrated during May because May is Better Hearing and Speech Month.

The ATA's resource center for Tinnitus Awareness Week is here.

My tinnitus has been lower the past two days...for sure diet is key, no wheat, dairy, sugar! I also think the yoga has help tremendously.

Have a great day!

Denise