postr/StutterJuly 19, 2019

Mcguire program for a mild stutterer?

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Mcguire program for a mild stutterer? Hi, I consider myself as someone who has a mild stutter - I have absolutely no problem talking on the phone with a stranger, I mostly don't avoid ordering things at restaurants and I've even coached. ​ Yet, i feel uncomfortable and stammer mostly when I encounter new people, have to say my name, talk to a cute girl or get asked a question in class (hence i'm very hesitant to initiate any of these). ​ I was thinking about enrolling in the Mcguire Program, but after seeing some of the videos i'm not sure if it's for someone with my level of stutter and relative self confidence . (right not i'll have no problem to do their "final exercise" - initiating small talk with a bunch of strangers in the street. ​ I'm pretty much afraid of going, being relatively fluent and all but asked "why are you here?" ​ to those who passed the course, would I be an anomaly? should I go or will it be a waste of time and money? Thank you!

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Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportIdentity & Disability

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Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentAdvice RequestsAcceptance & Pride

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