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Desensitization, technique, or both? I’ve more or less figured out what type of stuttering I have — it’s a block-type stutter. But more importantly, I’ve realized that I’m afraid of stuttering while talking to people, especially when speaking to strangers or girls. To overcome this, I know I need to desensitize myself to the fear — by consciously putting myself in situations that make me anxious and experiencing those moments to build confidence. So, I know what I need to do. However, one question keeps bothering me: I don’t know any speech techniques — not prolongation, not gentle onset, nothing. I live in Turkey and speak Turkish, and these techniques aren’t really taught or explained well here. I once asked ChatGPT about this. I said, “I want to face my fear and build confidence, but I don’t know any speech techniques — is that wrong?” It replied something like, “You’re right to face your fear, but without techniques, you won’t be able to manage your blocks.” But here’s how I see it: No matter how many techniques I learn, when I’m in a high-stress situation, filled with excitement, stress, and adrenaline, I don’t think those techniques will help much. What I really want is to learn how to manage the block feeling itself when those moments happen. So what do you think — is it wrong to face my fear without learning any techniques first? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Have a good evening, everyone.