postr/StutterMarch 12, 2021

Stuck on my name again

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Stuck on my name again Aargh. Apologies but I just want to vent. I have had a stutter all of my life - some years worse than others - now at 43 it’s mostly ok - I function well and I am actually pretty confident most times. Except for days like today - when I can’t get my name out! The receptionist I had to go through before seeing a doctor this morning (for an unrelated ailment)and she has never seen my face (always masked) but recognised me for not being able to get my name out. Every other thing I said to her was clear and confident - except my name! Aargh. Other people have actually chuckled when this has happened before. Just angry and embarrassed now!

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Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience

Subthemes

Feared Words & NamesShame & EmbarrassmentFrustration & Anger