Ever catch yourself turning the radio down in the car when you’re lost or looking for a road sign? Or maybe turn the TV off when you are trying to read a text message.
It’s weird right? But completely normal because loud sounds can actually having a negative effect on your driving and concentration.
According to 20some.com “Our reaction time is slower when you’re listening to loud music and trying to drive at the same time.”
What is more interesting, sound also plays a role in our sense of taste. Maybe you hear a sizzling sound and it triggers your taste for bacon, or the sound of a microwave buzzing makes you think of the food at home you need to warm up and eat. Sound is a fascinating, it influences our thoughts and how we operate.
Watch: Julian Treasure explains how sound affects us
