commentr/StutterDecember 6, 2020

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I just did whatever prevented me from stuttering severely. When I was a kid I had almost no control over it, then growing up I started to hide it by making a "click" noise with my mouth whenever I encountered a block. Later on I transfered all the stress my stutter created onto my eyes, which is why, whenever I open them wide, it's because I'm having a block and trying to go past it. I still do that sometimes, but now I'm starting to focus more on controlling my breathing. What changed it all is my attitude towards it though. I just don't care. I acheived many goals and the more I grew up, the more I realised that my stutter hadn't really been an obstacle, just something that was part of me. My stutter also opened my eyes and made me a better person. All i'm saying is: the key is learning to live with it and loving yourself. Easier said than done, but everyone gets there sooner or later.

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability

Subthemes

Hiding & ConcealmentMindfulness & BreathingVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureAcceptance & Pride