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commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2024
1 points

Are you aware of the National Stuttering Association? I would go to [westutter.org](https://westutter.org) to see if there might be a local chapter near you. Some chapters also do virtual meetings. I ...

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commentr/StutterFeb 19, 2024
1 points

Hi Love, I’m 25F and let me tell you it gets better! My family has been ruthless with me, poking fun, humiliating and degrading me. Now I have a wife who is so supportive of me (she also doesn’t let m...

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commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2024
1 points

[https://westutter.org/](https://westutter.org/) I hear you. It sounds like you are under a lot of pressure, and you just want it to go away. I don't know you, but you are more than your stutter....

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commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2024
2 points

And btw, I’m happy to support you in any way I possibly can. I’m told I’m a good, non- judgmental, patient listener....

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commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2024
1 points

thank you so much for your advice. You are amazing and inspire me a lot. what the professor told you literally gave me goosebumps. wishing you all the best, congratulations....

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commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2024
2 points

I think all stutters can relate to this. Just relax, it will be forgotten in the next hour....

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commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2024
2 points

Hi. I've been there. Speaking out loud in class felt like one of the worth things ever and that was in the 70s/80s. I know how you feel. ​ Regarding your friends, if they are your friends, ...

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commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2024
4 points

Hello my friend. As a person, that has randomly blockages especially with names, I have one advice for you. Stop right now blaming yourself. It is totally normal to feel like that, but you should acce...

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postr/StutterFeb 14, 2024
16 points

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day! I know things aren’t always easy but you and your voice matter. Take what helps; leave what doesn’t. This was posted today on instagram and wanted to share if it resonates with...

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commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2024
1 points

Yes, I feel like this can relate to a lot of people. I do hope I find my way soon. Congratulations on your journey!...

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commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2024
2 points

Hey man, I'm sorry you've had some tough experiences. You deserve to be heard whether you hardly stutter at all or stutter on every word! I know it's hard to feel that when it seems like others aroun...

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commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2024
6 points

You had every reason to be upset. The only excuse for their awful behavior might have been their age but even mature adults often lose it when confronted by a stutterer. As a 77-year-old PWS, I've had...

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commentr/StutterFeb 13, 2024
3 points

I’d try to find a group of other stutterers. The speech and hearing department on campus will often host a support group. This made me feel quite a bit better about all of it. Then I’d try to fin...

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commentr/StutterFeb 13, 2024
2 points

I'm sorry you had to go through that 😔. I don't think there's enough awareness out there so people are really ignorant about PWS. You'll be fine....

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postr/StutterFeb 12, 2024
2 points

Public Speaking for Stutterers

Public Speaking for Stutterers Peace ✌️👋 I'm a stutterer, sometimes I don't stutter in front of people (just because those certain words aren't coming in my sentence) & the person Infront of me says...

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commentr/StutterFeb 9, 2024
1 points

Totally relatable. Having a stutter is very isolating and frustrating. My advice is to tell yourself affirmations when going through bad speech phases. My favorite quote to remind myself is, “what I h...

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commentr/StutterFeb 8, 2024
2 points

Oh honey, you described me to the T. I know exactly where you are, I've been there. Sending you a huge hug. I know this means nothing now (it meant nothing to me for a long time too) but there is a br...

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commentr/StutterFeb 8, 2024
7 points

That sounds pretty awful for sure. But Every negative experience I have had is when someone doesn’t realize I stutter. I understand it’s uncomfortable to say you stutter, but I feel better feeling und...

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commentr/StutterFeb 8, 2024
3 points

Really sorry to hear about this, OP. I’m sure we’ve sadly all been there with stutters in interviews, but if they won’t give you a job based on your stutter, then they’re not the type of people you wa...

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commentr/StutterFeb 7, 2024
5 points

You are doing an amazing job. I was born with a stutter. My father also stutters. I’m 30 years old now. The one thing I can say is be their support system. I didn’t have that growing up and I wish I d...

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