Hearing one’s own voice can evoke a range of emotions, and for many, it can be an uncomfortable experience. It’s not uncommon for people to cringe when they hear a recording of themselves speaking. This reaction may stem from various psychological and physiological factors that shape our perception of sound. Our voice is intrinsically linked to our identity; it’s an extension of who we are. Thus, when we hear it played back, it can feel foreign and jarring. The phenomenon can be attributed to the way sound travels and how we perceive it. When we speak, we hear our own voice not only through the air but also through vibrations…