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commentr/StutterJun 15, 2021
2 points

I had a very severe stutter, now my stuttering is much more situational. In terms of technique, when I was very severe I think it does help to work on breathing from the diaphragm and speaking at th...

Speech & StutteringEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Physical TensionShame & EmbarrassmentVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure+2 more
commentr/StutterJun 15, 2021
-2 points

I've created some of the best connections in my life that started with a severe stutter. The severity doesn't matter, it can actually be beneficial at times. What does matter is your inner self wo...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & StutteringIdentity & Disability
Severity & FluctuationPhysical TensionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJun 15, 2021
33 points

Parts of this make no sense. It does depend on the severity of the stutter, you contradict yourself there by saying "Stutter in a confident way". You can't just tell a stutterer with deepset facial co...

Speech & StutteringEmotional Experience
Blocks & StoppagesPhysical TensionAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJun 15, 2021
1 points

The hypothesis made sense, but I'm guessing that the Valsalva lock-up in the throat and stomach is the effect, not the cause, of a lock-up in the brain. Having to relax the throat, the stomach, etc. w...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Fluency TechniquesPhysical Tension
postr/StutterJun 11, 2021
1 points

Anyone else have issues talking on phone with earbuds?

Anyone else have issues talking on phone with earbuds? I tried talking on the phone with earbuds on and I really struggled. I took them out and my speech was back to usual instantly. Anyone else ex...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Neurological & BrainPhysical Tension
postr/StutterJun 9, 2021
3 points

My blocks intensified A LOT

My blocks intensified A LOT Normally, my nightmare is plosive consonants like k, t and p though I also have difficulty in their voiced counterparts. However, in a week or so, the severity of my blocks...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Anticipating StutteringBlocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterJun 6, 2021
2 points

I have a block stutter too. What helps for me, for example on a B, is just pronouncing it softer, shaping my mouth differently and softy expelling air. I know your feeling. Throat and jaw tightening. ...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Fluency TechniquesPhysical TensionBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterJun 6, 2021
2 points

I've tried to do that too. But since I have a blockage stutter. It doesn't really work. What works is that slight movement you do with your hand or arm. It helps a lot but I'm really trying to stop do...

Speech & StutteringAnticipation & Avoidance
Physical TensionAvoidance & SubstitutionBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterJun 6, 2021
8 points

Do you stutter when alone? Do you stutter whispering? Do you stutter when singing? I am just making use of first principles. Not all stuttering is the same, I thought that was understood. I stutter. ...

Speech & Stuttering
Blocks & StoppagesRepetitions & ProlongationsPhysical Tension
postr/StutterMay 31, 2021
6 points

hard to get my words out...

hard to get my words out... I’m trying to accept my stutter but it’s getting hard when I can’t get certain words out like it’s so inconvenient at times. It’s like I can’t get a word out so I change it...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/Flight+2 more
postr/StutterMay 31, 2021
31 points

Could I take an email address so we can send you a digital receipt?

Could I take an email address so we can send you a digital receipt? Sure take a seat, we might be here for a while 😅...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterMay 27, 2021
1 points

Yes man, i know breathing patterns are very important, i have seen a lot of videos of the correct ways of breathing and all that, and im sure that isnt the reason of this curse. I wish the problem d...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Energy & Biological RhythmsPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterMay 27, 2021
10 points

My mom and alot of my relatives used to stutter and “freed” themselves from it, so i know it”s possible. But im 23 and have been trying everything and this shit is hard lol. There’s a youtuber named S...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Genetic & Family FactorsAvoidance & SubstitutionEnergy & Biological Rhythms+1 more
commentr/StutterMay 27, 2021
1 points

It was a homemade tape that he produced. Spotify, Apple Music, etc… have relaxation tracks you can browse through. The important part for me was to focus on my breathing, lower my heart rate. The...

Coping & AdvocacyCauses & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Mindfulness & BreathingStress & Fight/FlightEnergy & Biological Rhythms+2 more
commentr/StutterMay 27, 2021
3 points

I agree with /u/hipsydoodle. If you don't already journal, it can be very good for you. IMO /u/hipsydoodle's comment is the best advice. /u/phznmshr makes an excellent point about running out of brea...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & StutteringEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingPhysical TensionBlocks & Stoppages+3 more
commentr/StutterMay 25, 2021
2 points

My advice would be to put an act on when your presenting , that’s how I get through presentations. Also just keep smiling even if your burning inside and try using your hands more, it will distract yo...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Roles & PerformancePhysical Tension
commentr/StutterMay 25, 2021
1 points

Vowels are my absolute worst enemy and it would've been nice if my stuttering was "Cute" but unfortunately, it's not, I make weird faces when the stutter hits. It's hard man, my self esteem and confid...

Speech & StutteringEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Physical TensionShame & EmbarrassmentIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterMay 24, 2021
2 points

Do stress balls work for anyone?

Do stress balls work for anyone? Do stress balls work for anyone? That is, does squeezing stress balls help anyone say words when their stutter pops up?...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Fluency TechniquesPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterMay 22, 2021
2 points

Here is the system of loudspeakers, about 1500 people can hear me. After a short blockage I speak with interruptions anyway. Also I've noticed, it depends from who is on shift as well, presence of som...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Stress & Fight/FlightBlocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterMay 22, 2021
2 points

That’s a really complicated and unique issue. It sounds like the majority of the time you have little or no disfluency, and it really only gets bad under high stress. What do you do when you have to m...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Stress & Fight/FlightBlocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension