commentr/StutterJune 14, 2022

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How severe is your stutter? I stutter on my name, so if I introduce myself I will stutter, but then I’m mostly fluent the rest of my intro. At this point, I’m generally mild but can get to moderate in uneasy situations. When starting my career, my fluency was more moderate to severe. I would stutter (repetitive sounds) in every sentence and had some blocks, but I still got my thoughts across with some patience from listeners. I still remember several interviewers that wouldn’t hire me and that I would struggle getting hired. They were right, but I applied to many jobs, focused on what I had to offer and got hired in my career. Not knowing your severity, focus on your abilities and confidence goes a long way. Several classmates took longer to start their career and they didn’t stutter. Regardless, don’t compare your struggle to others. Overall, stuttering can impact your chances. Just keep applying. Very similar to dating and there’s no law someone has to date you.

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Causes & VariabilitySchool & WorkEmotional Experience

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Severity & FluctuationEmployment & CareerHelplessness & Agency