commentr/StutterOctober 24, 2024

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I don't think I can anymore even if I wanted to. I get so excited it just comes about and is too late by then, lol. I wish I could put you in my shoes for a little moment. I had a great day today and a lot of sales. One of the larger sales the guy said he trusted me and had a good feeling about me. Introduced me to his wife and daughter who came out of no where and we chatted inside even (normally I just give an estimate outside). I started with plenty of what I said, they were really nice and complimentary, I never really mentioned anything about it and always smiled either way, just excited at all the kindness being shown to me let alone the job they took from me. People are just not as naturally aggressive towards us or anyone as our heads make us want to be ready for...it's so rare it's not worth worrying over. So why hide it? We persevere, we continue smiling and get all the more respect and gratitude for it. There is no need to dwell on it, life is too short. And the less you worry over it, especially hiding it, the likely you are to be surprised how much people mimic our own reactions and feelings towards it or anything really. I can stutter my ass off and still be happy and so will they. Rise above the fear and it's a lot of fun to see their respect and admiration rise from their point of view. Just have to stop assuming the worst, there are better things to think about. Listen to good music, know people are not inherently aggressive but rather kind hearted inside, and don't think twice about the past.

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Community & SupportEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability

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Validation & EmpathyHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride