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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
2 points

No, although I subconsciously feel the embarrassment whenever I stutter, but my friends throughout most of my life have been completely understanding, and no one brought up this topic, to the point th...

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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
2 points

No, although I subconsciously feel the embarrassment whenever I stutter, my friends throughout most of my life have been completely understanding, and no one brought up this topic, to the point that I...

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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
6 points

Could not agree more, just because we stutter does not make us all the same and does not make our preferences the same! There are a select few out there that understand this....

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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
5 points

This. There are a lot of important point in there. I'd also add that people who stutter aren't a homogenous group. Everyone's stutter and their experiences with it are going to vary from each other. ...

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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
4 points

lol that probably hurt a lot of people šŸ˜‚ uh u can always ask them to type it out (but be polite lol)...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
7 points

The only other woman I know with a stutter is my mum. Otherwise, at random, I only met other guys. Like you, I enjoy it. It's nice to be around someone who really gets it!...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
9 points

I've met many many many PWS, and they are all courageous, creative, resourceful, and resilient. I have been honored and privileged to speak with PWS from all over the world on my podcast: 1. Stud...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

If he's a real man and confident it won't be any problem. Otherwise read Other comments I got no help for a stutter who takes themselves too seriously. It's funny. It's okay to laugh when it happens...

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postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
13 points

Public speaking actually helped me tremendously

Public speaking actually helped me tremendously Kinda a success story. I was a quiet kid in school, but now I am currently in college and we do a lot of projects that we have to present in front of pr...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

You just have to be patience with him. He will stutter less and less the more he gets comfortable with you....

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postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
4 points

Support for young people and opportunities for the older stutterers

Support for young people and opportunities for the older stutterers Hi everyone! I (18f) recently came across the organisation SAY:AU, the Stuttering Association for the Young Australia based off SAY:...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
3 points

Completely agree, there is nothing worse than assuming someone’s preferences when talking. I am the kind of person who is more than happy to talk about my stutter to people who want to listen. Try and...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
3 points

Just act like he's normal and you even notice the stutter. Also don't make weird faces when he gets a block...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
5 points

Don’t look away if he has a block. Don’t smile either or say ā€œit is okā€. Keep eye contact, and wait for him to finish his sentence, then continue the conversation....

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commentr/StutterJun 23, 2024
7 points

That's great to hear. You seem like a awesome partner for him. You don't need to walk on eggs shells, just be you and communicate. Me and my lady joke about mines all the time, just as long as it's i...

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commentr/StutterJun 23, 2024
2 points

Hmmm if your referring to those who KNOW you stutter and still act like pos or try to make you do stuff , they know you struggle on, I 100% agree We got to give people a break when it comes to this ...

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commentr/StutterJun 23, 2024
2 points

Thanks! I did have a few conversations with my bf about it already and all is well about it. I just wondered if there might be more little things to think about....

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commentr/StutterJun 23, 2024
3 points

To begin with, don’t try to finish sentences for him. Be patient with him. If you have ADHD, there is nothing to worry about or worry about hurting his feeling. Don’t make fun of him when he stutters ...

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commentr/StutterJun 23, 2024
7 points

Try not to stare at his lips when he hits a block. Be patient, let him finish his sentence. Try not to be over sensitive about his stutter, or remind him again and again that it is okay to stutter. Ju...

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commentr/StutterJun 22, 2024
2 points

Thank you for taking the time to write this kind stranger. I really appreciate all of your words and advice. I am going to apply these helpful tips into my life. šŸ«¶šŸ½...

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