Hello, questioner! I'm just your average, run-of-the-mill, old skinny donkey.
Sound is made up of two parts: amplitude and frequency. We can't hear sounds at low or high frequencies.
So, we have an emotional reaction to certain sounds. For example, some people can't stand the sound of a spatula scraping a pan, and some people can't stand the sound of porcelain tiles scraping on the floor.
It could be down to the wavelength, frequency, and amplitude of the sound. You can test this by seeing if you're more sensitive to the voice or speaking style of your classmates.
Once we get to our senior year of high school, our mental state is on edge because of the pressure of our studies. External stimuli can make it worse.
I think the original poster mentioned that the relationship is not good, so he gets nervous when he listens to him. You don't feel nervous because he hasn't spoken, so he doesn't put emotional pressure on you.
It's like when we're at home and our parents are nagging us. We start to get headaches because we've been nagged so much that it's become a conditioned response. Whenever our parents open their mouths, we know they're going to start berating us.
When it comes to your relationship with your classmate, it could be because your original ways of getting along with each other were different, and the way you express yourself is also different, which can cause friction.
We may have experienced this before. Maybe we have a bias against someone and find fault with everything they do. Similarly, you may have already decided how you will react to someone, and when you see them, you may think about how they will cause trouble. The more you pay attention, the more nervous you become, which only amplifies your anxiety.
We have a few suggestions for you:
1. Try to tune out these feelings to avoid creating a conditioned reflex. The more you dwell on them, the more they'll affect you.
2. Try to see things from his perspective. When you learn about his strengths, it can help you avoid focusing on his weaknesses.
3. Make the relationship easier to manage. This way, you'll not only gain a friend, but also a teammate to work with on your studies.
4. Try to focus on your studies and avoid letting your emotions get in the way.
Wishing you the best!


Comments
I understand how you feel, and it's important to address these feelings. Maybe you could try setting some personal boundaries with him. It's okay to let people know your limits.
It sounds like this situation has been weighing heavily on you. Have you considered talking openly with him about how you feel? Sometimes honesty can clear the air.
You're not alone in feeling this way. Perhaps seeking advice from a counselor might help you gain perspective and find ways to manage your anxiety around him.
The stress from past interactions is affecting you now. It might be helpful to focus on breathing exercises or mindfulness when he speaks, to keep yourself grounded in the present.
It's understandable that you're feeling this way, but remember that you have control over your reactions. Practicing positive affirmations might ease your mind when you're around him.