Silence is something our ancestors were able to take for granted. I often imagine how peaceful it must have been before the constant barrage of cars, planes, tv/radio, lawnmowers and of course, the dreaded leafblower! Noise is more than simply annoying, there are documented adverse health impacts both physical and emotional, as you pointed out. I think it's the reason so many people are so cranky and depressed. I look forward to early Sunday mornings when most are still sleeping and it's quiet enough to hear the whoosh of a bird's wings as it flies by. Pure bliss!
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