Dad Quote by Rachel Shenton
“Dad could speak with a strong voice. And luckily, he was very good at lip-reading, so he was able to disguise his deafness well. He tried various hearing aids but would find them fiddly and uncomfortable, and worse, they often made horrible high-pitched noises.”
About This Quote
A father used lip-reading to conceal his deafness, avoiding uncomfortable hearing aids that produced noisy sounds.
In simple terms: He hid his hearing loss by reading lips instead of using noisy aids.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternative communication strategies when technology fails.
Themes
disability
communication
adaptation
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
personal
experiential
When to use this quote
- family interactions
- public speaking
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
lip-reading
assistive technology
stigma
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you adapt when a tool designed to help feels harmful?
- What other methods can support communication?
A Different Perspective
Hearing aids can be effective for many, but not for everyone.
