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commentr/StutterMay 8, 2024
5 points

Stop generalizing man. The girls that stutter that I know are very outgoing and talkative....

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commentr/StutterMay 8, 2024
6 points

The best you can do is to treat her like normal, unless she states otherwise. My girlfriend and I have a deal, if I need her to speak for me, I just give her "the look" and she takes over. Tips and ...

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commentr/StutterMay 8, 2024
5 points

I used to stutter myself. It is a complex thing to fix. Asking her to use tricks or tips will just make her extra consious of it and will cause more stuttering. Also usually it feels very disrespectfu...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
2 points

Thank you for sharing your experience and the compliment! I hope you do one day. It is seriously funny as hell. No one gets offended because everyone can relate. Laughed my ass of in group sessions. ...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
2 points

Absolute the perfect response. I was very fortunate that my dear husband was sensitive enough to understand and help whenever he could. Some individuals might prefer your ordering for them or making t...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
12 points

I’m a stutterer, female. You sound like a very caring and sensitive person. My advice, just love and show her acceptance. I’ve stuttered since early childhood. My parents withdrew their love when I b...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
2 points

Hi, as someone who has been dating someone with a significant stutter for years, I’ve always made sure to not make a big deal out of it. I was always more paranoid (and still am) for how others react ...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
46 points

If you can't be patient yourself for others, why do you expect other people to be patient for you (while you're talking)...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
1 points

I am 21 and a swim coach and the first few days was fined, the kids did laugh of course but as time went on they learned to love and respect me. They also did ask why I talk like I do and I said that’...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
1 points

Definitely agree that it's a good filter. It's a test or character to see if someone will start smirking or teasing while you stutter. Beyond that, I think being a stutterer makes me more empathetic t...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
15 points

Yes! I would say don’t try and suggest any tips or improvements, don’t try and fix her stutter, but absolutely learn more about it, her experience with it, how she would like you to support her. You c...

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postr/StutterMay 7, 2024
11 points

My stutter is annoying but I kind of like it in a way

My stutter is annoying but I kind of like it in a way I feel like my stutter helps me make friends that are more genuine. Like if someone actually wants to be friends with me I know that they don't ca...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
25 points

you should bring it up to her in private. it will make her feel seen and that you care. don't try to give her tips as you are not someone who stutters. you have no idea what its like to stutter. the k...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
5 points

The sad truth is that most of us suffer alone. I grew up fighting this alone and feeling like a pariah. I'm so glad I joined this sub....

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
5 points

I feel this so hard. Alot of people who don't stutter would probably feel uncomfortable and feel sorry for us but we just want to be heard and for people to not treat us like we are stupid....

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
3 points

My daughter has a stutter and it’s wonderful to see these strong women gathering together and supporting one another...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
2 points

I've felt this way for a long time but haven't been able to put how I felt into words. You've explained this very well...

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commentr/StutterMay 7, 2024
8 points

I love that groups like this exist for these women, but I cannot imagine the struggles they have faced in their lives. I wish them the best....

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commentr/StutterMay 6, 2024
34 points

Man it's really hard for me to watching other people stutter, especially since I've never personally known anyone else who has...

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commentr/StutterMay 6, 2024
9 points

This is AWESOME. This helps us all understand the unique experience of women who stutter - thank you!...

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