commentr/StutterDecember 21, 2020

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When I started my current job 4 years ago, my stutter got so much worse than it was previously. It was such a source of stress and negatively impacted my personal life as well. I didn’t know if I would ever get back to my old self. After a year or so, maybe more, I started gaining the personal connections and general business knowledge I needed to speak confidently. My early struggles were due to me knowing nothing, but that vanished over time. TLDR - fluency improves with comfort. Don’t let a bad start affect your long term outlook. New jobs are tough for anyone.

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Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work

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Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/FlightAuthenticity vs. MaskingEmployment & Career