Jo works in project management for the NHS in the UK. Jo’s greatest miso issue currently is her noisy apartment which has exacerbated her condition, leading to a lot of stress and frustration. Jo reflects on her childhood, particularly her relationship with her father, who has OCD and is a noisy person. She reflects on the challenges of navigating work environments, social connections, and family dynamics while managing her condition. Jo also explores the impact of misophonia on her relationships and the coping strategies she uses.

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In the second episode of the series "Between Two Ears", I share my recent trip to Iowa City to participate in a groundbreaking misophonia research study led by Dr. Sukhbinder Kumar — a continuation of his earlier work on mirror neurons and the motor basis of misophonia. This new study explores the social context of trigger reactions and involved time in an MRI chamber while exposed to common misophonic triggers.

I talk about what it was like to undergo the study, the misophonic challenges(!), and why I believe it was worth it — not just for science, but for personal growth and understanding. I also reflect on meeting Dr. Kumar in person, our conversation about the deeper roots of misophonia, and why this research made me hopeful for the future. I hope to have Dr. Kumar on a regular episode of the podcast in the future!

If you’re in the area or able to travel, I encourage you to consider participating in studies like this. They matter.

Photos and more on social. Here's a link to the lab:
https://interoception.lab.uiowa.edu/misophonia-research

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Stacy is an accomplished brand and creative strategist whose journey with misophonia began long before the condition even had a name. Stacy takes us through her early experiences participating in a college study on sound sensitivity back in the 1980s, her lifelong struggle with certain trigger sounds—especially from her mother—and how these experiences shaped her personal and professional life. Stacy reflects on the complex interplay between her upbringing, her father’s bipolar disorder, and her own recovery from food addiction. We dive into how misophonia has affected her relationships, from family dynamics to workplace challenges, and how she’s navigated those spaces while maintaining a successful career. It’s a deeply personal, thoughtful conversation about coping, connection, and the ongoing need for understanding and research.

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Be a guest! https://misophoniapodcast.com/be-a-guest

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