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EPISODE · Jan 25, 2026 · 56 MIN

Episode 28: Why Silence Is Uncomfortable for Most People

from Built, Not Broken · host Max and Matt

Most people avoid silence without realizing it. The moment things get quiet, we distract ourselves. In this episode, we talk about why silence feels uncomfortable, what it exposes, and how constant stimulation affects mental and emotional control. We also break down practical ways to build tolerance for silence without overthinking it.Because silence isn’t weakness - avoiding it is.

Most people avoid silence without realizing it. The moment things get quiet, we distract ourselves. In this episode, we talk about why silence feels uncomfortable, what it exposes, and how constant stimulation affects mental and emotional control. We also break down practical ways to build tolerance for silence without overthinking it.Because silence isn’t weakness - avoiding it is.

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