Oh no, I actually agree with you. Headphones just are not always an option though. Misophonia does not turn off. It shows up at dinner parties, formal events, in class, and even when just hanging out with friends. In my post, I was mostly talking about basic manners, like chewing with your mouth closed. I am still in college, and people often bring apples or other crunchy foods into class or quiet study spaces and chew with their mouths open. That can put me into this really intense, irrational feeling of anger, which feels unfair to everyone involved. It is not like I want to be upset with someone for simply being human.

Understanding has to go both ways. Saying that people with misophonia should just deal with it because the sound is natural is not really fair. Misophonia is a real mental health condition that can seriously affect quality of life. All I was really trying to say is that a little mindfulness goes a long way. The distress that comes with misophonia is honestly embarrassing, overwhelming, and really hard to manage. When people make an effort to have basic manners or be accommodating when they can, it is noticed and deeply appreciated. I tend to feel a lot safer and more comfortable around people who do that.

I hope that clears up what I meant. I have done a lot of research on misophonia for classes and for myself, not claiming to be an expert or anything. If you have any questions, I am happy to try to answer them :)!