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What does it mean?
Most snoring sounds like classical music, but some resemble rock music.
In plain terms
Snoring is usually like classical music, sometimes like rock.
What can you take from it?
Snoring can be surprisingly varied.

Where it applies

  • sleeping
  • roommates
  • family life

Putting it to work

  • accept noise creatively
  • use humor to cope

Questions to consider

  • How does humor help with annoyances?
  • What sounds do you find musical?

Another view

Not everyone hears snoring as music.

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