Your mind can be the best solution to a noisy environment

Introduction

Studies have shown that 1 in 4 of us are exposed to damaging noise levels at work. Traffic and nearby industrial areas can also present a constant source of noise in our homes. While some people may not notice the effects of long term exposure to noise, there are actually very real physical and psychological effects that can result from it. Some companies provide specialized headphones and earplugs for their employees but these solutions are only as effective as they are worn by workers. Do you know what’s even more effective than earplugs? Reducing the number of noisy places that you spend time in! At work, this means finding a quieter department to work in or asking your employer about the possibility of transferring somewhere quieter. If you live near noisy industrial areas or busy roads, consider moving to another area with less noise pollution.

Noise is all around us. In traffic, at work, in our music, in the media and even in our own homes.

Noise can be a problem for many people because it can cause stress and other health problems. And unfortunately, noise is something that you cannot avoid as much as you would want to.

Noise can affect your mental health negatively by causing stress. The effects of this stress will vary from person to person depending on each individual’s unique needs but it could lead to some very serious issues such as depression which could lead you down a path of self-destruction if left untreated

Did you know that noise can actually cause physical harm?

Noise pollution can affect your health in many ways. If you live in a noisy environment, it can result in hearing loss or tinnitus (ringing of the ears). It also increases your chance of suffering from stress, sleep problems and heart problems. At worst, loud noises may cause headaches and nausea as well as muscle tension. Living near airports or highways with heavy traffic is the most common cause of noise-related stress.

But there are other, less visible effects of long term exposure to noise.

Stress: The stress response is activated by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, which secrete the hormones ACTH and cortisol. These hormones trigger the adrenal glands to release adrenaline. This causes an increase in heart rate and blood pressure, as well as an increase in oxygen consumption and production of energy within cells (known as metabolism). As a result, you may feel tense or anxious, or have difficulty sleeping or concentrating on tasks—even if you’re not aware that it has happened!
Sleep problems: When experiencing excessive noise at night-time, your brain can become overstimulated because it cannot shut off properly due to being constantly bombarded with auditory information from outside sources. This may result in insomnia or poor quality sleep overall—meaning less energy available during daytime hours when our brains require rest so they can function optimally!
Headaches: Sources such as loud music coming through speakers at concerts could cause headaches due to its high-pitched frequencies that can irritate your ears more easily than lower ones would do so(1)

A study by the National Health Service found that noise increases stress and also affects children by increasing their heart rates which hinders learning.

Stress can lead to a number of health problems, including heart disease and high blood pressure, so it is important to reduce the amount of stress in your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed with your workload or have other things going on in your life that are adding to your stress levels, then it is time for you to take action! The first thing that you should do when trying to lower stress levels is exercise regularly so that your body can produce endorphins (natural painkillers) which will help reduce stress levels. You should also try eating healthy foods such as vegetables and fruits because these foods contain nutrients needed for good health such as vitamin C which helps build strong bones and teeth; B vitamins which help keep nerves healthy; iron which builds red blood cells needed for energy production; calcium which builds strong bones; omega 3 fatty acids (found in fish) needed for brain development in infants

There are ways to reduce these effects from noise.

When it comes to protecting yourself from the effects of noise, it’s important to remember that there are ways you can reduce these effects. As a general rule, you should avoid as much noise as possible. If there is an easy way for your company or employer to help with this, such as by providing earplugs at the office or even creating quiet spaces where employees can go if they need a break from their surroundings, take advantage of it. If not, do some research on your own and find out what might work best for your situation and lifestyle (e.g., earplugs vs noise cancelling headphones).

While using earplugs may seem like an obvious solution for reducing noise exposure in industrial environments like warehouses or factories where loud machinery runs continuously throughout the day—and often night too—they’ve actually been shown to be effective in many other instances when used properly

1. Stay informed about the noises coming from your neighborhood and workplace.

Being more aware of the noises around you will help you recognize when they are annoying, and when they don’t bother you. Most people living near a busy highway don’t mind the sounds of trucks passing by at all, while some people who are used to peace and quiet find them unbearable. Other noises that may be problematic for some include emergency vehicles, birds chirping in the morning, kids playing outside your house or apartment building, people walking on a sidewalk nearby…etc.

To address these issues:

Try talking to your neighbors about what bothers them about their environment (e.g., being able to hear sirens from an ambulance station nearby). If everyone in the neighborhood agrees on something like putting up insulation or building an extra wall around your property line then that could help reduce noise levels!
Talk with your employer about possible solutions for reducing sound pollution caused by certain workplace activities (e.g., construction work happening at night).
Contact local government agencies if necessary; they might have information on how best practices should be followed when dealing with specific types of noise pollution (e.g., construction projects) occurring near residential areas throughout their jurisdiction(s).

2. Move to a quieter place. If you work in a noisy environment, consider applying for a transfer to a quieter area of your workplace. If you live in a busy neighborhood, consider moving to a quieter zone. If your workplace is noisy but cannot be changed permanently, try using earplugs when you’re working with loud machinery or taking breaks in a quiet room throughout the day.

If you’re stuck in a noisy environment, consider using earplugs to reduce the amount of noise you’re exposed to. If this isn’t an option, try taking breaks in a quieter area of your workplace or making use of a quiet room during particularly busy periods.

If these solutions are not available to you and moving out of your current residence is not possible, consider moving rooms or changing furniture placement so that walls do not act as barriers between rooms—the sound waves will bounce off these surfaces and travel further than they would if there were no obstacles between them.

3. Find more information on protecting yourself from damaging noise here: http://www.who.int/occupational_health/publications/noise3_en.pdf?ua=1

Find more information on protecting yourself from damaging noise here: http://www.who.int/occupational_health/publications/noise3_en.pdf?ua=1
This blog was written by Kevin Gordon, who is the founder of Noiseheadz, an online resource for people interested in reducing their exposure to damaging noise levels through therapeutic activities such as mindfulness training, tai chi and yoga (https://www.noiseheadz.com).

You can make changes that will support your well-being despite noise exposure!

Stay informed. Read up on the effects of noise exposure, and you’ll be better equipped to understand how your health is affected by sounds around you.
Move to a quieter place. If you can’t escape exposure to loud noises, try moving to a room where the volume is lower or finding a different route home so that you’re not on a busy street at rush hour.
Find more information about protecting yourself from damaging noise: There are many websites and organizations dedicated to helping people learn how they can protect themselves from damaging sounds in their environments; do some research if you’re interested in learning more!

Conclusion

We hope that this post was helpful in giving you a better understanding of how noise can affect your health and wellness. We also hope that it gave you ideas on how to take action and improve the quality of your life.