I used to use a lot of filler words when I felt a block to get my vocal cords phonating um, well, etc and then use that word to blend into the next. I don’t feel that ultimately helped me accept my stutter though. I think learning to allow some intentional stuttering (silent blocks are a secondary, developed behavior —wanting to avoid public stuttering) did more for me in the long run. This may seem contrary to anything you’ve ever considered : 1. Let others know you’re a stutterer 2. Practice stuttering intentionally —i will sometimes gently stutter on a word I wouldn’t be fluent on just to build a sense of control and acceptance that I can stutter my way and it’s no big deal. When you feel a block experiment with uttering some repetitions. Remember it often feels like very few ppl stutter but NO ONE is perfectly fluent. Communicate your style, your way & represent people who stutter. We represent a faction of diversity and difference and we can do so without shame. At the same time, the feelings and experiences we go through are real and at times intense. We develop great compassion for self and others through this experience. Your ability to relate to others is heightened. It takes time and courage to try these new scenarios. You’re curious and will discover a technique that works for you. What have you tried so far?