"For years I walked the streets of London wearing noise-cancelling headphones, absorbed in playlists, politics podcasts or long voice notes from friends, and a million miles away from wherever I was."
"After that night, I resolved to be more aware of what happens around me. Wearing headphones made me feel as if I was swaddled in sound: it could be comforting, but the world was dulled and separate."
"There was plenty going on during any journey hedges humming with bees, snippets of conversations between friends about their recent dates, preachers shouting about saving my soul and I was finally listening to it."
A person reflects on their experience of walking through London with noise-cancelling headphones, which created a barrier to their surroundings. After encountering an unconscious stranger, they realized the importance of being aware of their environment. Following this incident, they removed their headphones and embraced the sounds of the city, discovering a richer experience filled with life and interactions. This shift in perspective led to a greater appreciation for the chaos and vibrancy of everyday life.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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