postr/StutterMay 24, 2023

Help!! How can I lessen stuttering at work?

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Help!! How can I lessen stuttering at work? My stuttering comes and goes in phases, and usually flares up when I’m stressed or struggling with anxiety a little more. I just started a new job and a big part of it requires talking to customers/making phone calls/answering the phone. When I first started, I could talk pretty fluently but these past couple weeks have been so difficult. 😭 The words i’m struggling with are “thank you” and “you’re welcome” which… is super unfortunate because I have to say these words all the time. I just found this subreddit and I was wondering if you guys have any tips for answering phone calls with a stutter. Its really been getting to me recently because I feel like my manager can tell I’m struggling. Thanks everyone :)

Themes

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work

Subthemes

Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social JudgmentHiding & ConcealmentEmployment & Career