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commentr/StutterApr 24, 2020
3 points

WAY less fluent lol. I went from like a 4 to like an 8 lol... I need to be constantly talking to people and exposing myself to stuttering otherwise it becomes so much worse......

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. Masking
postr/StutterApr 18, 2020
1 points

Is there anyone who once joined this group video chat with stuttersocial?

Is there anyone who once joined this group video chat with stuttersocial? Hi dudes, I wish you're all doing well during these extremely chaotic days. Here I attach a link that can jump to a website th...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Validation & EmpathyVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureSeeking Therapy
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
1 points

Personally I enjoy making stuttering jokes so if I actually stutter it makes them funnier...

Community & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Humor & Community ToneVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure
commentr/StutterApr 13, 2020
2 points

This is a great exercise! It allows you to practice speaking in a stress free environment, and have the freedom to practice new techniques that you wouldn’t try in front of other people. Keep it up. T...

Coping & Advocacy
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterApr 13, 2020
1 points

Yes when the fear/block is strong enough in a surprise scenario, the technique may not work then and there, but that doesn't mean it will fail a second or third time, once you know what you're up agai...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Fluency TechniquesVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterApr 12, 2020
0 points

I've heard about this program and seen many success stories from it. I'm glad that you found it and that it worked for you. It's not an easy program and I think that's why it works so well, it takes a...

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Research & ResourcesVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 12, 2020
3 points

It seems like your son is on the right track. Self-acceptance and non-avoidance are key elements in controlling one's speech, and those can only be achieved by challenging himself in tough speaking si...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 12, 2020
4 points

Nobody knows the reason for stuttering. There have been lots of theories that suggest that stuttering is genetic, neurological, or psychological. Unfortunately for us stutterers, that means that there...

Causes & VariabilityTherapy & ProfessionalCoping & Advocacy
Neurological & BrainTherapy ExperiencesPositive Therapy Techniques+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 26, 2020
3 points

I had a really strange conversation with my husband a short while ago because I was going through a bad spell and I didn't know why. I was kinda frustrated because I felt like my speech had been impro...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Cycles & RandomnessAnxiety & Social JudgmentMindfulness & Breathing+3 more
postr/StutterMar 22, 2020
90 points

I found a hack!!

I found a hack!! Hello my dear fellow stutterers, I'm 25F and I stutter since I'm 7 or 8. My stutter goes from mild to somewhat severe, and since I got home back from abroad and started speaking in my...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Fluency TechniquesVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. Masking+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 17, 2020
2 points

I've never heard of that technique, that's interesting. I would do it with friends and family - people you're close to. Let them know you're going to be doing it if they'll be able to notice it....

Coping & Advocacy
Voluntary Stuttering & Exposure
commentr/StutterMar 9, 2020
1 points

On my own.I added two more terms. 1. I press my thumb and index finger against each other. 2. I repeat a sentence to make the fear invalid and give myself positive feedback. Such as: 1. Speaking is ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterMar 6, 2020
2 points

Stuttering is like a stubborn cat. You can't force it to do anything. Use gentle coaxing and, with time and practice, it will warm up to you. A great way to overcome stuttering is speaking by yourself...

Coping & AdvocacyCommunity & Support
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterMar 5, 2020
2 points

So start small. Find someone you trust and test things there. Nothing to lose, right? :) Mind you, this wouldn't be done in order to 'practice the situation such that fluency can be achieved later on...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindset shiftVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure
commentr/StutterFeb 29, 2020
1 points

Thanks alot for this post. Really was a roller coaster tbh. I'm glad that you found what u wanted to do and are now comfortable. And for your tip, i agree its all about balls. I can feel that i stutte...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Personal StoriesVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 29, 2020
1 points

last year i tried out for a job a at menial corporate job remotely, and because of my first interview in 4 years plus stuttering i didnt get a second interview. i was also interviewing from china as a...

School & WorkCommunity & SupportEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerPersonal StoriesHope & Motivation+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
3 points

That's good the breath balance test? The truth is its about the mind. You have to be conscious on how hoy want to bring out the word from your mouth. That's what I learn. Your method too is very good....

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionExperiential AssociationStress & Fight/Flight+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

Interesting. I went to speech easy session last 2 weeks. I used the device for about an hour. It helped reduce my stutter drastically. I even for hypnosis therapy yesterday and it actually work. I don...

Coping & AdvocacyMeds & SubstancesTherapy & Professional
Fluency TechniquesVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureHelpful Med Outcomes+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2020
1 points

I had speech therapy today, like every Tuesday. I had to read some short sentences out loud — wasn't good at all. some minutes later I had to purposely stutter on some words and BOOM I didn't stutter ...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2020
1 points

my "push" is to see it as one further step to my goal. but I wouldn't push — my worst problems are blocks so talking smooth and slowly is way better than pushing hahah....

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureBlocks & Stoppages