It sounds like you and your Kinect need some relationship counselling. Plugging it and covering with cardboard just sounds down right kinky. Not talking is a big no no, communication is essential to the good health and wellbeing of all relationships. You can't control your Kinect, you must let it be - to find its own way in the world. Kinect love takes time, respect, and perfect pronounciation. You should never yell at it, or continually repeat yourself, nor jump around waving your arms. Stop comparing it to others, the grass is never greener on the other side. You should not think of yourself being stuck and/or trapped in this relationship. Rather you should see this as an opportunity, an opportunity to put yourself out there, to let others see the real you. You knew what you were getting into before you got involved, now its time to man up and face your responsibilities.