The straw resists airflow → pressure builds above the folds → this cushion keeps them slightly apart → they vibrate gently without fully closing. Less collision force, same voice.
What you should feel
👄Gentle buzz in your lips and cheeks
🫁Slight fullness in your throat — that's the back-pressure
💨Steady, easy airflow through the straw
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Grab a regular drinking straw before you begin
Any standard straw will work — thinner straws increase the challenge slightly.
Place a straw between your lips with a gentle seal.
Audio Guide
Listen to the guided walkthrough before you begin.