Monday Apr 20, 2026
The Gary Null Show - 4-20-26
LIVING IN TWO WORLDS The Epidemic of Duality and the Path to an Authentic Life
by Gary Null, PhD
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.”
— Aristotle
You can read the full article HERE https://garynull.substack.com/p/living-in-two-worlds on Gary Null Substack
18 days ago
Yes, it is entirely normal for people talking too softly to drive you nuts. This frustration is a common reaction to a ”pet peeve” that causes people to strain to hear, interrupts the flow of conversation, and can be perceived as passive-aggressive or inconsiderate. Reddit Reddit +3 Here is a breakdown of why this happens and what it means: Why It Drives People ”Nuts” Physical Strain: Straining to hear someone can be physically and mentally draining. The ”S” and ”P” sounds: For some, soft-spoken people or whisperers accentuate ”s” and ”p” sounds, which can trigger misophonia, a condition where certain sounds cause an immediate, intense, and negative emotional reaction. Perceived Condescension: Some interpret a quiet or slow voice as treating them like a child or as being intentionally delicate, which can feel condescending. Insecurity/Anxiety: Soft speakers can make the listener feel on the spot, as they are repeatedly asked to speak up, leading to a frustrating loop of communication. Unconscious Manipulation: Some feel that individuals may weaponize a ”soft voice” to control a situation, make others feel like the ”bad guy” for asking them to talk louder, or to avoid taking responsibility for being heard
18 days ago
Yes, it is entirely normal for people talking too softly to drive you nuts. This frustration is a common reaction to a ”pet peeve” that causes people to strain to hear, interrupts the flow of conversation, and can be perceived as passive-aggressive or inconsiderate. Reddit Reddit +3 Here is a breakdown of why this happens and what it means: Why It Drives People ”Nuts” Physical Strain: Straining to hear someone can be physically and mentally draining. The ”S” and ”P” sounds: For some, soft-spoken people or whisperers accentuate ”s” and ”p” sounds, which can trigger misophonia, a condition where certain sounds cause an immediate, intense, and negative emotional reaction. Perceived Condescension: Some interpret a quiet or slow voice as treating them like a child or as being intentionally delicate, which can feel condescending. Insecurity/Anxiety: Soft speakers can make the listener feel on the spot, as they are repeatedly asked to speak up, leading to a frustrating loop of communication. Unconscious Manipulation: Some feel that individuals may weaponize a ”soft voice” to control a situation, make others feel like the ”bad guy” for asking them to talk louder, or to avoid taking responsibility for being heard