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commentr/StutterDec 18, 2020
2 points

They have "I stutter" facemasks on Etsy. Pm me for the link...

Social & Relationships
Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 18, 2020
2 points

It's also a good technique to whisper a hard word before you actually say it. In that way, it's much easier to say it in a louder voice after. And because of the mask, you listeners won't see your mou...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Fluency TechniquesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 18, 2020
10 points

I love wearing a Facemask. It conceals facial ticks when I have a bad block and people don't see my mouth hanging open when I am stuck on a word. Honestly, I hope facial masks stick around even after...

Social & Relationships
Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 18, 2020
2 points

It's okay , my friend. I know you've done your best and sacrificed so many things to fight your struggles and to get to where you are today , not only that but to get the job you want . If you're ha...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Hope & MotivationAuthenticity vs. MaskingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 18, 2020
6 points

you need to disclose to HR so they’re aware. do NOT quit. your stutter has nothing to do with your intelligence, or ability to communicate and do your job effectively. you can and will overcome this. ...

School & WorkSocial & Relationships
Employment & CareerDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 18, 2020
5 points

I’ve had various moments like this during life, and what helps the most is re-examining my limiting beliefs and intentions. Do you believe people will think less of you if you stutter? Is your intent...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 16, 2020
2 points

Hey OP! I stutter, and I work in a call center. I've been with my current company since April 2012, and I worked in one for 2 years before that. I don't do calls anymore as I'm in a manager role, but...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & WorkSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & CareerDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterDec 16, 2020
1 points

Mentioning that I stutter after the fact? Need some advice.

Mentioning that I stutter after the fact? Need some advice. [deleted]...

Social & Relationships
Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 16, 2020
1 points

Do you bring you that you stutter during the interview? What does your pre-interview ritual look like?...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance
Disclosure & Telling OthersPreparation & Rehearsal
commentr/StutterDec 16, 2020
2 points

My names Arran and vowels can get pretty rough lol. I usually struggle however, ive noticed that if I say to the person that ive got a stutter and I laugh about then I dont actually stutter. See for...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 15, 2020
1 points

don’t be embarrassed or ashamed! These are the cards that we were dealt so take it as it is. If you been dating him then he probably notice something with your speech. I’d start by saying “I’m sure y...

Social & RelationshipsCommunity & Support
Disclosure & Telling OthersValidation & EmpathyDating & Romance
commentr/StutterDec 15, 2020
1 points

I've got workarounds I use, though I hate using them. And it is interesting how being able to insert a word or two up front really helps. Of course the easy way is to start with "uh". And that usuall...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentDisclosure & Telling Others+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 14, 2020
2 points

I don't know if I have a "high powered" job. But I've been a computer engineer for 25 years and am close to the top of my field. I'm in meetings sometimes 5-6 hours/day, frequently with our CTO or CFO...

School & WorkSocial & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerDisclosure & Telling OthersAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 14, 2020
2 points

This is very cool. There are a lot of bigger issues than stuttering, but what has always frustrated me is that nobody knows you stutter until you do it. It catches them off guard, and I think is resp...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & RelationshipsCommunity & Support
Avoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling OthersValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterDec 14, 2020
1 points

Whenever I meet a new person and stutter, I instinctively say, “ sorry — I have a stutter”. 95% of the time they’re totally cool about it and say “no problem, take your time.” The other 5% of the ti...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance
Disclosure & Telling OthersFeared Words & Names
commentr/StutterDec 13, 2020
3 points

A good trick that helps me in interviews is that I just tell them at the beginning that I have a stutter (not apologetically but in a matter of fact way). I mean, they will notice it eventually in the...

Social & RelationshipsMeds & SubstancesTherapy & Professional
Disclosure & Telling OthersSide Effects & RisksAssistive Devices
commentr/StutterDec 11, 2020
17 points

" I’m too embarrassed to call back " : Just pick up the phone. There is nothing wrong with the fact that you stutter. address the fact that you stutter, people will understand. The embarassement is on...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideHope & MotivationDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 11, 2020
4 points

Disclose that you stutter. Write them an email. Visit them and show them notes. Figure out how to get help remembering (tools, other people, whatever). Don't self-sabotage. That's such a huge waste o...

Social & RelationshipsCommunity & Support
Disclosure & Telling OthersAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterDec 10, 2020
1 points

I'm 19 too, when it happens to me like that I do nothing, i mean this way we talk, I can not tell every person I meet that I have stuttering and wait for him to understand me, I have nothing to do so ...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersHelplessness & Agency
commentr/StutterDec 10, 2020
3 points

Here to help you out! okay so I am 24 (m) and I always say hello to the interviewer and start off with thank you for giving me the opportunity and before we begin I just want to let you know I was bor...

Social & RelationshipsSchool & WorkEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersEmployment & CareerHope & Motivation