postr/StutterNovember 4, 2019

Stuttering in your wedding vows?

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Stuttering in your wedding vows? Hello all! I’ve been a long time lurker on this sub. I think the support you give each other is wonderful. I’m in need of some now. I recently got engaged to my boyfriend of three years. I couldn’t be happier! He’s the only person I’ve told in depth about how much my stutter affects my life. He sympathizes as much as one can being a fluent speaker. I’ve been so immersed in wedding planning (venue, dress, date, etc) that I hadn’t even thought about the vows yet. I’m panicking to say the least. I want to be able to express my feelings of love for my fiancé in front of my family and friends the way I want. But as you all know, you don’t always have the luxury of choosing your words, just the ones you can say. I don’t want my stutter to encroach on what’s supposed to be the happiest day of my life. I’m not sure how to handle the situation. Any insight or advice you have will be GREATLY appreciated.

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Emotional ExperienceSocial & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance

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Shame & EmbarrassmentDating & RomanceHiding & Concealment