It's not the same as just telling a homeless person to get a job. It's the same as telling a homeless person to stop complaining over the fact that they're homeless. It doesn't do anything to change the fact that they are in fact homeless. ​ > We don't need to hear yet another person to tell us to suck it up and move on. We already know. This is where perhaps you know this, but others don't. And as I said above, some people are more receptive to more stoic approaches than others. I think it's perfectly reasonable for people to give different pieces of advice on the sub. If you don't conform to my way of seeing things, no worries. I'm kind of talking to my younger self here. I wish I would've had the attitude I'm describing above many years ago, and perhaps it really resonates with someone else on here. ​ > it is perfectly fine to have low points and struggle. I feel like that is literally what this sub is for. Agreed that we are a support group, but I think the sub is too depressing in general (this is a more generic point now, not so much related to the above). There are a lot of kids coming in here for the first time and all they see is depressing stories of how its all useless and how everything is so unfair. The comments to these post are mostly consoling comments, saying that "hey, it gets better. i know it sucks". But how does that help the kids in feeling hope for the future? It might give some short-term relief and good feelings after venting and finding a community, but then they go back to reality and nothing has changed. Instead of consoling (or rather in addition to), the sub should try to help people **get on the right track,** and give them the best prerequisites possible to live a fulfilling life despite their impediment. "Hey kid, I know it sucks, but stuttering isn't what defines you. Maximize your potential in all areas that **aren't impeded by your stutter:** go to the gym, do great in school, and build some solid routines in your day. Show your friends you value them over text for example, since it's harder in person. Gain some general self-confidence and watch the stuttering fade away in importance over time." I just want everyone on this sub the best, honestly.