One needs indeed to make friends with it, or at the very least to ignore it (aka the Anger eating Demon!). Definitely not focus on it too much or get emotionally upset or involved in it. That is the core of the Jastreboff method of Tinnitus Retraining Therapy, currently the treatment modality of choice worldwide. Here is the patient information handout. Oddly Buddhist!
Jastreboff Tinnitus retraining therapy.pdf (724.2 KB)
Disclaimer : Again, this is not intended as medical advice, just as general information. Please consult your own physician before embarking on any form of treatment or therapy. Meditation has side effects too! See the FAQ.