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commentr/StutterApr 1, 2016
2 points

It sounds silly but if a girl loses interest because of that, she can do one. Most people will see it as endearing and kinda cute if they're decent people. ...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideDating & Romance
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
4 points

In these situations, I think the best thing is to try and work around saying the actual word. Don't worry about "wasting" anyone's time; you're the customer, you deserve to get what you're there for. ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionQuality of Life
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

/#1 for sure. I've always said that my stutter helps me get a sense of peoples' character based on their reaction. ...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Identity & Self-PerceptionValidation & Empathy
postr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

Stuttering linked to higher intelligence and reasons for that?

Stuttering linked to higher intelligence and reasons for that? Occasionally, there are articles that come out, such [this one](http://guardianlv.com/2013/08/stuttering-children-more-intelligent-accord...

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Neurological & BrainPropositionality & WeightAuthenticity vs. Masking
postr/StutterMar 31, 2016
8 points

Just wanted honey mustard

Just wanted honey mustard TLDR: I couldn't say honey mustard so I had to eat fries and chicken tenders with barbecue sauce. So I went to my local Hardee's tonight cause I had a craving, Hardee's has ...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesRepetitions & Prolongations
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

If you live in America, my biggest suggestion is get involved in the NSA. Especially the Annual conference in July. www.westutter.org. Find a local chapter....

Community & SupportSocial & Relationships
Research & ResourcesFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
3 points

Assuming this is true I would say it is because we feel like we *have* to be charismatic just to even the playing field so it is a self taught skill, even if it learned unconsciously ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Overthinking & MonitoringAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
4 points

* someone makes a joke about it while your introducing yourself? BAM! you know that person is an asshole, it may have taken you multiple conversations to learn that if you didnt stutter. * lots of...

Identity & Disability
Stigma & BullyingIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
4 points

I never used to have a problem with that method, then in college there was an unfortunate sort of awakening whereby I began to see (on a conscious level!) how it impacted certain situations, like watc...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Anxiety & Social JudgmentOverthinking & MonitoringShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

Just stutter. It'll get better. It's all about confidence. I do the pre-sentence thing like you. I say "like" a lot before stuff or just "errr" kinda like I'm thinking. But it gets better. You just ne...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionMindset shiftAnticipating Stuttering
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
10 points

You just gotta suck it up and stutter man. I'm 26 and spent my entire life avoiding situations where I would be talking. I chose my university course based on the one with the least presentations. You...

Emotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Helplessness & AgencySeverity & Fluctuation
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

Any obstacle that you have to overcome makes you stronger. Even if you never overcome it....

postr/StutterMar 31, 2016
3 points

Job advice?

Job advice? I'm a recent college grad, moderate stutterer, having a hell of a hard time finding a job. I got a call back about an account executive position that involves routine cold calling. Not onl...

School & WorkEmotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Employment & CareerAnxiety & Social JudgmentMedication Inquiries
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

My close friendships are genuine friendships. Shallow people usually don't give me their time. ...

commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
2 points

SLP here. Disclaimer: we (and other clinical professionals) can't officially "diagnose" people over the Internet. Based on your description, my initial reaction is, "It's possible." To get a firm a...

Therapy & ProfessionalCommunity & Support
Seeking TherapyResearch & Resources
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

Nope. I can't think of a single positive thing about stuttering....

Emotional Experience
Sadness & Hopelessness
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

Totally depends on how you frame the things you experience. As evndienced by this thread, people are able to angle some of it positively - however, you may not experience these things the same way. Bu...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
2 points

It makes you more empathetic and patient. My stutter is invisible. People can't see it immediately unlike, say, a wheelchair. They don't know who I am, what I'm going through whenever I talk. So, I do...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
2 points

It made me obsessed with linguistics in general and drove me to learn a few languages (to see if I would stutter less in a different way of speaking). Others mentioned compassion. I agree with that. ...

Causes & VariabilityCommunity & SupportAnticipation & Avoidance
Neurological & BrainValidation & EmpathyPreparation & Rehearsal+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
1 points

This might seem weird, but I find stutterers to very often be really charismatic people. I'm not a stutterer myself, I came across this post on Explore New Subreddits, but I've often noticed this abou...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Identity & Self-PerceptionValidation & Empathy