• @[email protected]
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    86 hours ago

    I don’t get why anyone who rides public transportation doesn’t wear headphones themselves. Big obvious ones are best so people don’t talk to you.

    I do find that the more righteous I feel about someone’s actions the more annoying it becomes to me. Despite how rude it is, and you’re absolutely right about that, try to not give a fuck. It really helps to consider their obliviousness as a disorder. They’re pathetic.

    If nothing else, hopefully it’ll keep you from actually pulling the trigger one day.

    • @[email protected]
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      33 hours ago

      I almost never wear headphones in public. I prefer the situational awareness and being able to hear “This train is skipping union square” announcements.

      I’m also a guy so I don’t need the “don’t talk to me” signal they provide.

    • Flying Squid
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      96 hours ago

      Not everyone can wear headphones all the time.

      Me, for example. I can wear headphones for maybe 45 minutes before the pain gets too intense and I need to take a 10 minute break.

      • @[email protected]
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        34 hours ago

        Not who you replied to but I’m sure you don’t blast music or other audio on transit when you need the break.

        • Flying Squid
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          35 hours ago

          Let me know which bones which aren’t affected by the trigeminal nerve being near them that I can put those headphones on.

          • @[email protected]
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            33 hours ago

            I looked it up trying to be helpful. Supposedly, bone conductive can overstimulate the nerve clusters - resulting in an attack of sorts. Most likely because they press on and vibrate the temples.

            That really blows. I’d rather lose a finger. Sorry to learn of it.

            In the spirit of the request, I would suggest beanie headphones. Assuming it’s cool enough out, and you can tolerate a beanie, they may fit the bill.

            • Flying Squid
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              33 hours ago

              Thankfully it’s not an issue these days, but I’d be willing to try it if it becomes one again. Thanks.