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commentr/StutterJul 5, 2024
1 points

Practice the speech out loud (!) plenty of times. Keep it pretty short and try work on breathing and talking more slowly than usual. Also have exactly 2 alcoholic drinks...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyMeds & Substances
Preparation & RehearsalFluency TechniquesRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterJul 5, 2024
1 points

Have you ever tried talking with a DAF speech jammer in your ears ? If no, get it on the play store and rehearse your speech with it to see if it removes the stutter....

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Assistive DevicesFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterJul 5, 2024
5 points

What I usually do, especially on blocks is stop take a deep breath and try again. I also used to make random noises in my head right before I said something so that I wouldn't be thinking about what I...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Fluency TechniquesBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterJul 4, 2024
3 points

I’m very sorry you face such tough struggles in your life. There’s really nothing I can say or do it make it better for you. I wish there was. However, stuttering has not and does not ruin your life… ...

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commentr/StutterJul 4, 2024
2 points

I feel your stress. I was nervous as hell but what helped me was practising reading it aloud over and over again. Lock yourself in a room and just read it out. Read it slowly and try and speak clearly...

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commentr/StutterJul 4, 2024
2 points

"Techniques.." I cringe when I hear that word in this sub. Many of us use the same techniques. I was taught easy onset and light contact as some of the fundamentals. Breathing. Starting your breath b...

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Fluency TechniquesTherapy ExperiencesPositive Therapy Techniques
commentr/StutterJul 4, 2024
2 points

I completely agree. With lots of practice and dedication it can really build the self-confidence. I also do a lot of practice talking by myself and recording it to document and also try to rebuild are...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterJul 4, 2024
4 points

I too used a rhythm method to cure my stuttering 40 years ago. Stuttered from age 5-24. I clasped my hands/fingers and "pumped" out my words. It got me through the hard spots. I don't know where alo...

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Fluency TechniquesCure Claims / Alt-Treats
commentr/StutterJul 4, 2024
4 points

If you have blocks and panic, there are tangible, effective and sustainable ways to not overcome and be ok with it. I used those steps very effectively and my blocks reduced by 90% within 6 weeks and ...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & StutteringAnticipation & Avoidance
Fluency TechniquesBlocks & StoppagesAvoidance & Substitution
postr/StutterJul 3, 2024
9 points

What techniques do you use?

What techniques do you use? Use this thread to post some of your tips for helping your stammer and for those who have overcome it, what have you done to get to this stage? For me, gaining my confid...

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Fluency TechniquesHope & MotivationFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterJul 3, 2024
1 points

I don’t meant to sound flippant, but my dream is to turn this life into a musical and sing my way through it! (Although yes, I rely on the written word a lot.)...

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Situational VariabilityFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterJul 2, 2024
2 points

in a very similar situation to you. Focus on the underlying anxiety, not the speech itself is my biggest piece of advice. As far as medication, propanolol helps for situations in which you may have to...

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentFluency TechniquesFeared Words & Names
postr/StutterJul 1, 2024
3 points

To the people, who overcome stutter to the extent that it doesn't bother you in daily life

To the people, who overcome stutter to the extent that it doesn't bother you in daily life How did you do it?...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 1, 2024
10 points

I have learned to control it and I speak more fluently now, after I have worked on my confidence, taking my time when I speak instead of getting out of breath while talking. For most others, there goo...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/stutteringJun 29, 2024
3 points

I can send you a book, that can help you. It explains one exercise, and if you're willing to sacrifice half or one hour a day to do it, you can get beter at talking...

Coping & Advocacy
Fluency Techniques
commentr/stutteringJun 28, 2024
1 points

Guys I do have stutter and I was on a plan to overcome it with a doctor. “I don’t know English well but I’ll try to explain the plan to you”. It is an exercise you do by saying the words very slowly. ...

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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
8 points

— Read a lot. It helps to know synonyms ;-) —Learn foreign languages. Because sometimes, sounds that we cannot say in our language, we can say in another. Plus, it's okay to struggle with words when ...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionFluency TechniquesPreparation & Rehearsal+3 more
postr/StutterJun 25, 2024
5 points

Post your techniques and tips

Post your techniques and tips The Thread For Tips (Help fellow Stutterers) Use this thread to post some of your tips for helping your stammer and for those who have overcome it, what have you done to...

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commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

My stutter is neurological, so not exactly the kind you have. Not every stutter is the same in terms of cause, sound, and treatment. However, the societal challenges are usually the same regardless. ...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Neurological & BrainSeverity & FluctuationAvoidance & Substitution+1 more
postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
3 points

The Thread For Tips (Help fellow Stutterers)

The Thread For Tips (Help fellow Stutterers) Use this thread to post some of your tips for helping your stammer and for those who have overcome it, what have you done to get to this stage? For me, g...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Advice OfferedFluency TechniquesHope & Motivation