Originally Posted by
Riverish
My dad uses his half-deafness to his advantage sometimes, he'll act like he can't hear someone (particularly his ex wife) just to drive her nuts. Or if the neighbors are partying, he rolls over on his left ear and can't hear a thing.
Yes, this is the great advantage to being deaf in one ear! I sleep so much better now. Sometimes my hearing will randomly get better, and I have trouble sleeping when it does. I'm always thankful for the more restful sleep when I go deafer again.
It does take me a long time to notice an alarm clock now. I've been late for work a few times because of it.