I think that viewing it as a thing that needs to be cured is what is stopping us improving. We keep fighting it. For me the fear of blocking or stuttering is far worse than when it actually happens. But becaue of the fear i avoid situations, words or sounds which further fortify my fears. I think the only way to really improve is to just go into more social situations out of our comfort zones to the point where normal conversation just isn't scary anymore. I've had times in my life where it isn't as bad but then also bad cycles where irs really bad. I think the trigger is a random block which leads to a downward spiral of negative thoughts. I'm terrified of meeting new people, talking in public, ordering food but I think these are the things I need to do more to improve.