I think that works -- it's really an issue that has no right solution or path, so you gotta find what works for you. I think generally being more open about it is better. Some people like to self-advertise, it lifts a weight hanging over their head. That being said, I find most of the responses I get when I self-advertise are kind of awkward, like the person doesn't know really what to say or how to act. At least for me, I tend to just say what I gotta say, not worry too much about the stutter, and to have a cheery disposition while I am conversing so the person kind of gets the point that it is something I don't have a lot of control and that I'm not bothered by our interaction. Easier said than done sometimes! Regarding some of the other comments, I'm sure we could go down a rabbit hole about all of this, and to be honest, I don't know how much help it would do. I think you gotta find what works for you, in terms of how to view it and how to express it to others.