Here's why you hate the sound of your own voice

The Washington Post
  • 9 years ago
If you've ever listened to your voice recorded, chances are you probably didn't like what you heard. So, why do most people hate the sound of their own voice? The answer: It's all in how sound travel to your ears.

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