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We each need to find what works best for us and do it! Not everything works for everyone. Try different things....

It sounds like you're acing it. You're so close to your Master’s. About suggestions, everyone has their own favorites. Read about them and try what you think targets your issues. Breathing has helped...

May I ask? What treatments have you tried to achieve fluency? ​ Rule 3: Posts promoting the treatment must include research or evidence based practice. No cures. There is no known cure fo...

1) because of this event, please don't take too many of these ashwagandha pills ( I don't know what it is ) 2) in my case, anxiety is the main cause of my stuttering (and shyness also) and I'm trying...

Sure, but that can be changed without the use of strong meds. Only if that doesnt work and you cant handle it meds should be an option....

I admire your tenacity and confidence. You might consider discussing with a speech therapist first to make sure this approach aligns with your goals and current circumstances, and to make sure you hav...

I cleared 3 interviews and got into a university for my masters

I cleared 3 interviews and got into a university for my masters This is not a rant. I am proud of myself but I am scared too. My high school and my undergraduate studies were good. I rarely had any em...

For other people who stutter, if you also want to simulate Exposure Therapy (which is a form of psychotherapy) but without having a therapist yourself. Then self-therapy (according to [researchers](ht...

This is exactly what good stuttering therapy can help with. You're correct in identifying the reason for your trouble with eye contact: shame. I don't know how long this has been a problem but it migh...

Start small, don’t throw yourself into the fire. Approaching public speaking gradually is beneficial in a number of ways. You not only gain confidence by working your way into a situation but you also...

This is generally considered bad advice by nearly all speech-language professionals, as if will only increase internal awareness and fear of stuttering....

Try the /r/slp community. They have knowledge about many different symptoms/speech problems...

Is there a diagram or cheatsheet with all effective strategies (for blocks) accompanied with their negative and positive effects? Or can anyone make such a thing?

Is there a diagram or cheatsheet with all effective strategies (for blocks) accompanied with their negative and positive effects? Or can anyone make such a thing? ...

I think I’ll text her tonight (before I get out) and see what she prefers. And thank you. She’s very dear to me....

I speak (or I spoke) to her like a normal person, but I wasn’t sure on what would be helpful when she gets stuck. Saying ‘relax, take your time’? Finishing sentences for her? Saying nothing at all? I ...

Advice is often highly subjective, so it's not surprising if it conflicts. If she's willing, have a conversation about it. Find out what helps her and be respectful to her wishes. Apart from that, e...

Call Center Job

Call Center Job Hi, I recently started a job at a call center and working for an online marketplace project where once in a while we have to call the guests to update. I write down what I have to say...

You said “I’m afraid I won’t be able to face living in a foreign country”. This is your thought. What real evidence do you have for this thought that it will happen? What would happen if you let go of...

Is deliberately going out of my comfort zone worth it?

Is deliberately going out of my comfort zone worth it? I've always worked on my family's farm and have never actually had an outside job before. This summer I'd like to make some extra money and I do ...

What should I do in blocks?

What should I do in blocks? I usually try to force my way through it and I’ve been doing this since I can remember. This causes things like twitches and stuff so I am trying to stop using force. I was...