Misophonia

Melodic music and soft sounds,

gentle voice and calming silence,

how we love a moment of peace,

in the world of cacophony. 

Even in the things we hear,

there are ones we desire to listen,

then are the triggering noises,

which generate repulsive emotions. 

There are many of us suffering,

with this annoying condition,

where the noises that are irritant,

feels intense, exhausting to our ears. 

Like an intense spine-shuddering feeling,

when someone scrape nails down a chalkboard,

or feeling trapped and helpless in places,

with exposures to loud chewing, slurping noises. 

Even heavy breathing is distressing,

frustration of hearing snoring is unspeakable,

this negative feeling occupies our mind,

forcing us to escape the situation. 

And we wonder, Is this a disease,

for our response is in excess,

this feeling of guilt and shame,

prevent us from having many interactions. 

Worry not, it's not an individual experience, 

many of us are in similar stage,

still we find ways, try to adjust,

with a relief...that we are not alone.