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Perhaps that 1 of 5 presentations ended up with no questions. BTW, I think that my topic was quite unusual, so it was probably my bad hearing + my topic that resulted in the outcome. Not one or either, that is.

I would stare into people's eyes with a razor-sharp gaze (look confident and purposeful) and make it absolutely clear that they have done nothing wrong. But neither have I done something wrong (that is what the gaze is for). Don't apologize to them. But don't blame them or kill them either.

I was at a conference with other scientists recently. I did a presentation in front of everyone else. Afterwards, people can ask questions if they want to. Not one - not one person - had a question to ask me. It could be because my topic was difficult and not obvious. Another reason could be...

I think that you can many points of view and countless many examples for each of those views. For example, I do not like being treated differently. But I also know that the subconscious part of the brain make most people be on 'autopilot' in their everyday life. Hearing is very usual and...

Yeah, life goes on, having earned more experience. I have to spend some time away from AD. Sometimes you have to spend time in isolation to clear your mind. I feel better now. I was analytical early too as a child. Having a 'disability' does not make you a lesser person, it just gives you...

Some people have told that is a blessing not having to listen to everything and everyone around yourself. I would never want two normal ears. Having a CI with hearing as good as normal with a volume control would be nice though (I have 50% hearing in one ear only, don't use CI or HA).

Pizza for main course and a few oranges for dessert.

Today, I have been working, had a hair cut, been to the gym, etc. Now it is time to relax.

At this time last year, it was freezing cold and full of snow. This time, just normal temperature and the same grey clouds as ever.

I identify with that and I enjoy seeing someone who raised the issue. It is 'on topic' to me :D Checking your blood sugar requires a lot of concentration and dedication. I do that too. :wave:

You are right, I am a scientist. I am a little bit like Spock in Star Trek. I am learning about deafness and hearing as a social identity. I feel a bit confused like this :confused:. I hope to gain an attitude like that :whistle: For now, I will avoid writing about stuff when I don't...

OK. We can cope with hearing loss, deafness, blindness, etc. And you are correct that we adapt to it: http://www.alldeaf.com/1964658-post2267.html. Perhaps that you gain better abilities than 'normal' people, e.g. vision for the deaf and hearing for the blind Thanks for clarifying.

Ate breakfast, did some programming, had a lecture, ate lunch, had a computer exercise, made security updates in Windows, had dinner, and now writing this.

Plenty of synonyms.

Rice and 3 sausages with black pepper in it.

I think that you are trying to say that people develop strong bonds for each other when in case of disease, disability or injury. Those feelings are hardwired in our brains and they come naturally. But I also think that they emerge as a response to coping to a situation that people cannot...

Sorry, I should have known.

Go ahead, but do it the right way. I came to think of Michael Jackson's dad Joseph who was 'tough' but that made Michael develop a sense of insecurity (Joseph did it because he wanted the family to escape poverty). Even though Michael earned a huge fortune as a star, his strange personality...

Pasta, tomato sauce, sesam seeds and sausages. A late snack included 2 oranges and a kiwi.

The world is changing. We are moving away from mechanical work and 'hard skills' to brain work and 'soft skills'. There are both good and bad things related to that, but 'being tough' is becoming outdated.