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commentr/StutterApr 29, 2022
1 points

Hi, can you name me some ways to express myself nonverbally? Is it like being in a job interview where you need to have straight back, have eye contacts, etc...?...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Authenticity vs. MaskingAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterApr 29, 2022
1 points

I’m trying not to, but since I’m naturally shy and work from home. It doesn’t help. I understand where you’re coming from though....

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Authenticity vs. MaskingLoneliness & Isolation
commentr/StutterApr 29, 2022
9 points

Btw, please remember that you can express yourself in many different ways that aren’t verbal expressions. You’re good for many things and I still want to hear all the thoughts in your head, regardless...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Authenticity vs. MaskingFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterApr 29, 2022
14 points

“It makes me feel bad that I’m causing discomfort between whoever is watching me present.” There are so many things I want to say in regards to this sentence. I don’t think that they’re breaking eye...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Overthinking & MonitoringAnxiety & Social JudgmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 28, 2022
2 points

I agree being quiet makes life easier. When I embarrass myself in front of others it stays in my head for a long time. I replay the scene over and over. Sometimes I even find myself physically cringin...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 28, 2022
2 points

I would really like to talk to my coworkers and friends more. I think I'd actually be quite the entertainer as I can come up with all sorts of jokes and sentences on a dime but can never say them ☹️ I...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Friendships & BelongingAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 28, 2022
4 points

I don’t know, it feels bad but I think if the girls understood what had happened, they wouldn’t be so insensitive. I have been in this exact scenario (cute girls laugh in my face), and I feel horrib...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
postr/StutterApr 28, 2022
14 points

Possible strategy for people stuttering on saying first name

Possible strategy for people stuttering on saying first name Hi fellow stutterers. I have a stutter and have had one my whole life. it is very clearly linked to stress and self esteem for me and I stu...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentMindset shift+2 more
postr/StutterApr 26, 2022
4 points

Podcast Interview with Maya Chupkov

Podcast Interview with Maya Chupkov Stutter with Confidence #72 with Maya Chupkov Opening Up to Become our Authentic Self I thoroughly enjoyed this chat with Maya, who is the host of the Proud Stutt...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & PrideDating & Romance
commentr/StutterApr 26, 2022
4 points

I've done public speaking before, I of course avoid it if I can, but when I've done it my brain for some reason allowed me to do it. I think it may have been because l practiced it over and over and i...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Preparation & RehearsalSituational VariabilityAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 26, 2022
7 points

I don’t think it affects relationships but it is really hard when you want to argue, I do it over text otherwise I will not get my ideas out there....

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 25, 2022
1 points

YES I do this! Instead of vocalizing my stutter I just wait until I can say the word and I didn't know others did this! I always try and cover it up and say stuff like "hmm what's the word...." or use...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 24, 2022
1 points

Happened to me. It’s because in the back of my mind I knew if I spoke slowly and tried to control my stutter; my friends and family would see right through me. They’d know I was faking it or trying to...

Identity & Disability
Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 23, 2022
10 points

Yes, there is one thing you definitely can do proactively that he will appreciate: I know everyone here is saying don't finish his sentences, and that is true. BUT there is ONE exception! If he is...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling OthersAuthenticity vs. Masking+1 more
postr/StutterApr 19, 2022
2 points

Stutter With Confidence #71 with Alexander Burday - In Pursuit of Conscious, Grounded “Bodyfulness”

Stutter With Confidence #71 with Alexander Burday - In Pursuit of Conscious, Grounded “Bodyfulness” Stutter With Confidence #71 with Alexander Burday In Pursuit of Conscious, Grounded “Bodyfulness”...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindfulness & BreathingVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. Masking+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 19, 2022
4 points

Do you get something positive out of the analysis? If not, you have to ask yourself "why do it?" >It really is difficult to block those thoughts out. I wish it was easy. Damn straight it's dif...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAuthenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2022
3 points

Agree with everything that’s been said here. We have all felt what you are going through; you truly are not alone here. Many, many times. I would definitely open up to her about your stuttering, esp...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2022
12 points

It sounds like your stutter is usually pretty mild. I feel like when I’m doing well, it’s because I’m in an environment where I don’t care if I stutter. I suggest finding an opportunity to talk to you...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2022
3 points

I’m not from India but the best piece of advice I’ve been given is to embrace voluntary stuttering, as tough / weird as that sounds. It gets stuttering out in the open and you then stop trying to avoi...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2022
0 points

In this subreddit, what does it mean to talk fluently? Does it mean that you’re able to talk without stuttering a word or to speak English fluently even if you stutter?...

Identity & Disability
Authenticity vs. Masking