I'm 15. It fucking sucks. People have said they don't notice it but I see their faces when it looks like I forget my own name. I see how you look when I start to make a joke and it takes 30 seconds to get to the punchline. I see how you react when I take a deep breath and try again. I understand you bro, I get the loneliness. I get the hurt that it causes. I get the pain. What's weird is, I'm joining a drama club next year. I know its gonna suck but I want to do it. I'm gonna try. ​ Being stuck in a generation that focuses on socialization more than any other is a curse for people like us. A generation that is known for their wit, humor, and stories. ​ We have to band together to comfort, protect, and listen to each other. We have to let people like us not be afraid of speaking or sharing a story. We have to fight the stigma that people who stutter are "less-than". It's bullshit. ​ The thing is, we aren't alone. There is a community who will stretch their arms around us and protect us. ​ Anyway, sorry for the long comment.