This audio begins with a steady beat that pulsates rhythmically, mimicking the consistent ticking of a metronome or the steady rhythm of a heart's pulse. It's a rhythmic backdrop that sets the tone for the entire piece. Soon, a second layer of sound emerges, the measured ticking of compasses, creating a sense of direction and navigation. As the audio progresses, these elements interweave, their rhythms syncing up and then diverging, creating a dynamic interplay. It's a sonic representation of the medical term 'syncope,' a temporary loss of consciousness usually related to insufficient blood flow to the brain, symbolized here by the temporary silences that punctuate the audio at unexpected intervals. When the silence falls, the beat and compass sounds fade to zero, creating a palpable sense of absence. Yet, they always return, bringing with them a sense of relief and continuity. The audio is a journey through the phases of syncope, from the steady beat of