commentr/StutterNovember 27, 2021

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Hey Saoirse, I just wanted to say that you have a lovely name. I really like it and I feel your struggle. My name starts with an R and its almost always hard to say, even if it's short. I just wanted to say I'm proud of you for working hard and for trying your best at your job and your interactions with people. I feel like that is more important . I'm not a fan of tips or tricks when it comes to stuttering so the best I can say is that its ok to stutter. Its ok to not be able to say your name sometimes. Hell, it happens to people who don't stutter. Please don't let it bring you down. I think accepting our differences is better than trying to conform to 'being normal" and saying things "correctly". I know I'm spouting a lot of nonsense now and it's easier said than done but I hope you get where I'm aiming at. One more thing, say your name loud and proudly, even if you stutter, because it is a beautiful name and it is yours. I hope you feel better and have a great week.

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Identity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance

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Acceptance & PrideFeared Words & Names