Hey man, I'm 36 years old and have stuttered all of my life as well. It's mostly blocks for me with occational repetitions too. You CANNOT give up! People can be fucking rude at times, but honestly, most of the time if you just tell people on the phone that you have a stutter, they will give you more time and they will understand, or at least be kind and compassionate about it. Anyone who is fluent will never be able to really understand, but they CAN be kind and compassionate though. Same goes for people in person. I make friends almost exclusively via apps or texting now adays because the advent of modern technology makes life a lot easier for us. Honestly, every single woman I've ever talked to (and there have been quite a few) didn't care about it at all!!!! I would usually talk to them via text. I'd have entire conversations via text. (I still do because texting is just easier for us and always will be) Then when we finally meet up, I would tell them just before they come over. Something like "btw, I have a mild stutter. I just wanted you to know that up front before we meet up." Not one person I've ever met up with has said "nvm. I'm good on that." Same goes for making friends at work or anywhere really. Get your coworkers phone numbers and text them. Or use FB, Snapchat, Instagram, any platform works. The key, at least for me, is to have GREAT conversations via text first, then go for the in person conversations. You'll quickly find out that most people will give you a chance and aren't assholes. Please don't give up though you have a lot to offer the world. It takes us a lot more effort to succeed than most others, and even though most people cannot understand our struggles, it doesn't mean that mountain is insurmountable to climb. Keep pushing, never stop, and you will succeed in life, in relationships, and making friendships!