postr/StutterJune 8, 2024

I don’t have social anxiety

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I don’t have social anxiety One of the most frustrating things about being a severe stutterer is knowing that your speech impediment is the sole thing that keeps you from talking to people. I would consider myself generally outgoing. But my willingness to engage with strangers especially is diminished greatly by the inevitable humiliation incoming. Anyone relate?

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships

Subthemes

Hiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentQuality of Life