Are the Mysterious Noises in Your Head Tinnitus or Something Else?
I have had many female patients complaining of tinnitus or vertigo symptoms, and after seeking medical treatment, the noise persists. And, after having my own unique experiences with intermittent noises swooshing in my ears and head, I noticed this was by no means tinnitus.
So, what is the story behind the mysterious noises many do experience?
I recently attended a heart coherence meditation with author and healer, Seth Leaf Pruzansky, where he featured this as the very topic of the meditation session. Apparently, many have the experience of ringing, buzzing, or swooshing noises in their ears or head, and are not sure of the true cause. In some cases, it can be a medical issue, and you should have that possibility ruled out. However, tinnitus is often caused by an underlying injury or problem with the ears themselves or the circulatory system, and typically affects the older adult population. I nor my female patients fit the criteria associated with tinnitus, and perhaps neither do you. Nonetheless, the experience of buzzing, ringing, and/or swishing is still very real! Is it really a mystery then?
The Ocean in My Head
During a traumatic time in my life, I began to have intermittent swooshing noises in my head every time I laid down at night. I treated myself for a sinus infection, thinking that was the cause, and the noise didn’t change. I noticed when I didn’t feel safe, the noise would begin. I began to dig deeper and observed the noise must be a sort of warning signal, and it was beyond just my primordial need to feel safe; “it” was bigger than me. I struggled with PTSD at the time, but this noise felt personal, like a helper. The noises became more and more specific and triggered when I was in the presence of, or even anticipating, someone who was not safe for me. I then truly knew I was being protected, and this was indeed a warning sign. Looking back on the situation, I didn’t consciously know how unsafe the circumstances I was in were, but a higher intelligence knew and lovingly and persistently warned me. I chose to listen.
Because the ocean swooshing in my head went away, once I made the bold decision to leave my situation, I knew this was not medically diagnosed tinnitus. Again, in most cases, it is not. I also reflected on my female patients and saw a pattern; they were all in abusive situations.
Looking back on it, it’s been over seven years, and I can now easily discern the noises I hear, and I welcome them. The ocean in my head was part of my awakening (my call to wake up). The noise saved me. It was a higher intelligence I could sense through me urging me to run, to take bold action. It shook me out of denial! It can be hard to believe that someone you love is hurting you, but your body and the innate intelligence operating your body will let you know. So, listen to the mysterious noises.
The truth is, I was not on my path. I was asleep and in a heap of naivety, being controlled and manipulated, disempowered and deeply “asleep”! It was time to take decisive action and walk away from what was not serving my highest good. If the noises were not enough, there was an instance when the hair stood up on the back of my neck, and I more than heard a voice, I felt a voice say, “go now, just go, run, leave.” I immediately got in my car, left, and never looked back. I now welcome the various noises I hear and the bodily sensations that communicate a higher understanding to me.
I urge you to be curious about the mystery of life. For you are far more powerful and protected than you can even imagine. Keep tuning into the higher intelligence operating within you. It is a loving Source.
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