In praise of the sound of silence

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It doesn’t help that noise seems to be a marker of a vibrant economy

Dhaka and Ho Chi Minh City, ranked in the UN Environment Programme 2022 report as the noisiest Asian and South-east Asian cities respectively.

Hearing impairment aside, sleep disturbance and chronic annoyance could lead to poorer mental health and heart diseases as well.

Perhaps silence is to be avoided, given its associations with absence and sadness. Is that why our festivals and joyous occasions are celebrated with high-volume sounds

The idea of negative space in art and architecture reminds us of the importance of emptiness. ....gives depth and perspective, allowing the viewer’s eye and mind to focus.

Qn: Consider the value of silence.