commentr/StutterJanuary 8, 2021

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In the past, I've had guys tell me that my stutter is 'sexy' or 'cute'. Never in a relationship though - it's always been like, when some dude has been trying to chat me up. It always made me shut off in an instant. I HATED it. Their intentions were probably good, but it made me incredibly uncomfortable. Like others in this post have said, it's like trivialising my disability. It isn't something that I'd like to be complimented on. It's not a quality that I've cultivated; it's just what happens when I speak. I've been with my husband for 7 years now and he's never once mentioned my speech (other than to say that he 'forgets' that I stutter sometimes). I much prefer it that way.

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability

Subthemes

Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentAcceptance & Pride