> Going "out there" and just talking boosts self confidence and helps to deal with the fact that we stutter, ironically reducing the problem the more we are at ease with it. I strongly agree with this. I honestly think true self-confidence is being able to go "out there" instinctively, therefore it's natural and doesn't feel like an obstacle for you to overcome. >My personal highlight was last year, when I gave a scientific talk in front of 350 people while being live-translated in other languages That's amazing, wow! I am honestly so impressed, that'd make my life never-mind my year! Hope you're doing well, certainly sounds like you are :)