Everyone Has A Story. What is yours?

Life In Between with David - Everyone Has A Story. What is yours?
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David talks about an experience he had when he was 14 years old just before getting his second Cochlear Implant. We all have a story and can't judge someone based on one single moment you had with them. Through my cochlear implant journey, I have learned to embrace the challenges. It is not always easy but with the right support, anything is possible.
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Note: David B. Cluff is not a medical professional and any medical questions should be directed to your healthcare provider. David shares his perspective as a cochlear implant recipient, father, husband, and photographer. His intentions are not to speak for everyone else but for himself.
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Questions? contact David here: www.davidbcluff.com

[@ZenekandSashasHearing]

That's deep. Thanks for sharing. That's one reason we try to be open with strangers about our kids' implants. People will stare (and try to not make it look like they are), but when my wife notices she'll speak up and tell them what those things are on their head and how they work, etc. It breaks the ice and breaks down any judgement they've already made (why they don't speak like other 3 and 5 year-olds, etc.). The goal is that hopefully the kids will grow up to be just as open about it, and hopefully be less likely to let thoughtless comments get to them.

[@DavidBCluff]

I love this! Thanks for sharing your experience. My parents did the same when I first got my implant. Once I was comfortable with talking about it, I would begin telling strangers how they worked. My family and I are so familiar with the Cochlear Implant that often we forget that it is not super common to everyone else. Thanks again for sharing!

[@bellaj1401]

Thank you for sharing! This is a powerful reminder to think about what you say to people. You have no idea how powerful your words can be.

[@DavidBCluff]

Thank you, Ysabel!

[@mikemorehouse4641]

Thank you David. Just had my implant surgery on right ear yesterday. Activation Mar. 5. I hope I can glorify God and help others through my experience as you have. Blessings on you.

[@DavidBCluff]

Mike Morehouse, wow, that is awesome! You will have to let me know how March 5th goes. I remember both my activation days and the start of a new journey. Keep in touch and God bless! -David

[@mikemorehouse4641]

David, will do and thanks so much for inspiring me and others.

[@DavidBCluff]

Mike, if you have any questions, feel free to send me a message here: davidbcluff.com/contact/ (I would also love to hear your story sometime.) -David

[@mikemorehouse4641]

I'll send a message to the link and fill you in on my story since you asked.