Speaking isn't the only form of communication. Most ppl who stutter often feel stifled and limited in what they can express with voice so we tend to be good writers, good listeners, and have intense passions for things many others may take for granted. In my experience, anyone who puts in minimal effort to not be entirely superficial or dismissive after one conversation, and rather considers phone, emails, texts etc, will be very quickly enamored with stutterers. At the end of the day, we're the kindest, most compassionate, humble, and fiery passionate ppl around. Anyone not willing to assess that in more than 5 min isn't someone I'm interested in anyway. And without exaggerating, every single person of interest who gave it at least 48 hours was hooked. Stuttered since 4th grade and several decades later, yeah it's been a struggle overall no doubt, but as far as friends and romantic interests? - Quality, not quantity, is the key. Old 80s movie, but check out "A Fish Called Wanda" and you'll see what I mean why women love us.