This One Headphone Setting Can Help You Stay Calm During Turbulence, Experts Say

""What we hear, or don't hear, has a powerful effect on how we experience our surroundings. The same principle applies when you're 35,000 feet in the air.""

""Most people think of noise cancellation as just a way to enjoy their music or podcasts. But when it comes to flying, especially through rough air, it's working on a much deeper level with your body's sensory systems.""

""ANC uses built-in microphones to detect external sounds, then generates sound waves that are the exact opposite, which, as the name implies, cancel out the noise before it reaches your ears.""

""Cabin noise during a typical flight can exceed 85 decibels, roughly equivalent to a lawnmower's loudness.""

Turbulence is worsening due to changing global weather patterns, causing anxiety for many passengers. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology in modern headphones can alleviate this anxiety. ANC works by using microphones to detect external sounds and generating opposite sound waves to cancel them out. This technology not only enhances the listening experience but also helps the body cope with turbulence by reducing cabin noise, which can exceed 85 decibels, similar to a lawnmower's loudness.

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