"Why doesn't anyone approach any more? You can just come up and talk to me any time I'm not wearing headphones." Meanwhile: they wear headphones 100% of the time they're in public.
Have you considered that not everyone wants to interact with you?
A lot of us use airpods to tune out unwelcome, distracting sounds. City living is rough on the brain, especially if you're neurodivergent.
The fact that it acts as a "do not disturb" sign is 100% upside. Why would you want to talk to people who would rather be left alone? Now they have a visible sign so you can avoid being rude and creating an awkward situation for you both.
Very nice articel. I also notice the difference when going to NYC from Switzerland for example. I think there will be an analog revolution, and it is already starting in some fringe groups. We will have to see. Bring back the walkman!
As much as I love listening to music whilst writing in some aesthetic coffee shop, I love human interaction much more! I stopped using my AirPods for this reason because they truly are a “do not disturb” sign.
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"Why doesn't anyone approach any more? You can just come up and talk to me any time I'm not wearing headphones." Meanwhile: they wear headphones 100% of the time they're in public.
Have you considered that not everyone wants to interact with you?
A lot of us use airpods to tune out unwelcome, distracting sounds. City living is rough on the brain, especially if you're neurodivergent.
The fact that it acts as a "do not disturb" sign is 100% upside. Why would you want to talk to people who would rather be left alone? Now they have a visible sign so you can avoid being rude and creating an awkward situation for you both.
Damn, I can totally relate to this!!
It matters a lot. Even these small little interactions in coffee shops and during commutes can stack up and make you a happier person!!
Very nice articel. I also notice the difference when going to NYC from Switzerland for example. I think there will be an analog revolution, and it is already starting in some fringe groups. We will have to see. Bring back the walkman!
As much as I love listening to music whilst writing in some aesthetic coffee shop, I love human interaction much more! I stopped using my AirPods for this reason because they truly are a “do not disturb” sign.