You’ve got this. I struggled with presenting for so, so long. This past year I had the opportunity to teach in college as a TA. The first session I ever had to teach was absolutely TERRIFYING. Id start each class with a brief “heads up” that I had a speech impediment. Whenever I started the class with that, it seemed to defuse the situation. Everyone felt much more comfortable and the students were much more patient and conscientious. If you’re comfortable with it, I’d start your presentation with a brief “heads up”. Id usually introduce myself and then say something like this: “By the way, I have a speech impediment. So bare with me, and if you need me to repeat anything feel free to tell me.” Of course, Id stutter through the entire introduction. But, then Id smile and begin presenting. After a year of teaching I’ve never had a student bring up anything negative about my speech. In fact, I’ve actually had a couple students in my classes who also have speech impediments! They were usually very shy at first, but felt much more comfortable once we warmed up as a class. Now don’t get me wrong—Im still terrified every time I present. I often think of public speaking like getting mauled by a bear; as long as I make it out alive, I’m happy. The thing that presenting has taught me the most is how to be *comfortable being uncomfortable*. I truly believe you can cultivate this too one day. Don’t stop putting yourself out there! Even if it’s horribly uncomfortable! (still, easier said than done) You’ve got this. If you need any more help feel free to reach out to me over DM!