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Overstimulated in India
Hello. I'm a Japanese woman who is currently in India to travel. First off, I will say that I like India. The food is tasty, one of my favourite food is steamed bun with peas, and 'rajma' 😌 i was able to buy pretty Indian dresses at a reasonable cost and most people are helpful when asked for help 😊. But, it's also hard to be here. The environment is always very loud, it's so overwhelming. There have been times that I have broken down crying in my room due to the overstimulation. The music is so loud, if someone is having a wedding far away, I will hear the music and firecrackers like it's happening right next to me. And they are relentless. The honks are almost always blaring, especially the trucks and it feels like complete sensory overload. There have been people celebrating minor festivals on the roads, completely blocking them and playing loud drums and music. I just wish things were quieter. But I'm just a tourist and must adjust to the country. I don't mean to be rude. Does anyone have any advice to help? I cannot wear earplugs all the time and in bed. Or should I just deal with it and visit a quieter part of India, if they exist? Thank you so much for any help5
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