commentr/StutterOctober 11, 2025
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This. It’s exhausting. They have no idea. I’ve often had feedback at work about not being overly chatty, being quiet or not speaking enough in meetings etc - they have no idea the effort it takes so I save my energy for when I feel I need to contribute. I also hate that people still think stuttering is linked to nervousness, a lower IQ or uncertainty. I know what I want to say, I just physically can’t say it sometimes. Having a stutter affects more aspects of your life than most realise.
Themes
Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Subthemes
Hiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentStigma & BullyingEmployment & Career