In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright explore an unexpected but powerful topic: hearing aids—and the deeper awareness they bring. What begins as a conversation about sound and technology quickly expands into a reflection on perception, presence, and how much of life we move through without truly noticing.Scott shares his experience of wearing hearing aids and the surprising realization of how much he had been missing—not just physically, but in awareness. Together, they unpack how tuning into subtle details can shift your entire experience of the world, relationships, and even your inner dialogue. This episode is a reminder that sometimes the smallest adjustments create the biggest shifts in how we experience life.

Timestamps

[00:00:18] Scott introduces the topic: hearing aids and unexpected awareness
[00:01:05] The moment Scott realized he wasn’t hearing everything
[00:03:12] First experiences wearing hearing aids and noticing new details
[00:05:40] Sounds that were always there—but never noticed
[00:08:22] Awareness vs. assumption in everyday life
[00:11:03] How perception shapes experience and relationships
[00:14:45] The connection between listening and presence
[00:18:12] Subtle awareness and internal dialogue
[00:21:30] Expanding awareness beyond physical hearing
[00:24:18] Applying the lesson: where else are we “not hearing”?
[00:27:05] Final reflections on awareness and attention

Noteable Quotes

“I didn’t even realize how much I wasn’t hearing until I started hearing it.” – Scott Wright [01:12]
“It’s amazing how many things are happening around us that we’re just not aware of.” – Scott Wright [05:48]
“When you start to actually listen, everything changes.” – Scott Wright [14:52]
“It’s not just about hearing better—it’s about being more present.” – LaRae Wright [15:10]
“Where else in our life are we not really listening?” – Scott Wright [24:25]

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