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commentr/StutterApr 29, 2016
2 points

I find it pretty ironic that my best subjects in school were ones relating to spelling, grammar, and vocabulary, and I can't fucking show it off in my day-to-day life ...

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commentr/StutterApr 14, 2016
1 points

During everyday life and speaking, I don't consider it a disability. But when I reflect on past situations, I definitely feel it is a disability. Take oral grades in school for example - I KNOW I woul...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & WorkSocial & Relationships
Helplessness & AgencySchool & Academic LifeQuality of Life
commentr/StutterApr 2, 2016
2 points

you can always carry around a small notepad with a pen. Ive started to for times where I know I cannot get a word out...

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commentr/StutterApr 1, 2016
1 points

Honestly, I care a lot more about how the bartender makes my drink than how fluent of a conversationalist they are. ...

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commentr/StutterApr 1, 2016
1 points

Exactly. You're not wasting her time, it's her JOB to make sure you get what you want. Next time, when she says "barbecue sauce?" Shake your head no and try again. It's nothing to be ashamed of, it's ...

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commentr/StutterApr 1, 2016
3 points

Been there, done that, feel you. I used to only order things I could say, only date girls whole names I could say, the whole nine. Never let your stutter control you, tho. Yea it didn't go your way...

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commentr/StutterMar 31, 2016
4 points

In these situations, I think the best thing is to try and work around saying the actual word. Don't worry about "wasting" anyone's time; you're the customer, you deserve to get what you're there for. ...

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commentr/StutterMar 23, 2016
2 points

If I had one wish I would spend it on completely removing my stutter. Hands down. No regrets. I would be able to join skype conversations, ask a stranger for directions without worrying about an awkw...

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commentr/StutterMar 17, 2016
3 points

When you go to a restaurant and order the easiest thing to say even though you probably don't want it....

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commentr/StutterMar 17, 2016
2 points

The major stuff I've come to terms with but the small things that make you a functioning member of society get to me. ...

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Quality of LifeFrustration & Anger
commentr/StutterMar 16, 2016
3 points

I agree, we shall keep pushing forward. It is really annoying when you have to order something you don't really want....

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commentr/StutterMar 16, 2016
2 points

Haha, that looks great! I wish more places did stuff like this. I remember my excitement when Pizza Hut came out with online ordering. The amount of pizza consumption in my household increased tenfo...

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commentr/StutterMar 16, 2016
4 points

My friends think i really love "apple juice", i don't. In my language saying apple juice is very easy for me, every other drink is hard to say....

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commentr/StutterMar 15, 2016
5 points

"But having to pay a stutter tax" this x 1000. Some days I run out of energy for this......

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Quality of LifeFrustration & Anger
commentr/StutterMar 15, 2016
6 points

Yes, this happens to me all the time. Usually when ordering food so i end up getting something different than what I wanted. Its very upsetting....

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commentr/StutterMar 15, 2016
21 points

I've lost count how many times I've said I don't know in response to a question I knew the answer to....

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commentr/StutterMar 15, 2016
8 points

Totally agree. I like to tell the bus drivers to have a nice day but I can't so I just say thank you. When they tell me to have a nice day, I can't even say "you too". It kills me every time. ...

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postr/StutterMar 15, 2016
14 points

Its the little things...

Its the little things... Got a haircut today and the total came to $13.99. When she asked "do you want to close the check at this amount" I felt like a $2.00 tip seemed appropriate. However, I could...

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commentr/StutterFeb 11, 2016
2 points

I do a little bit of lifting and when I'm able to do so it feels like "icing on the cake!"...

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commentr/StutterFeb 9, 2016
1 points

I just don't go to parties. Loud music + uncomfortable social environment where I'm either trying to join and participate in a group conversation or make conversation with someone I don't know + not d...

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