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commentr/StutterSep 29, 2020
8 points

If I didn't mention I had a stutter, I don't think I would have passed any of the interviews I had. I try to turn it into a good thing in my answers - how I have a stutter has made me to want to work...

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postr/StutterSep 29, 2020
6 points

During interviews

During interviews So Im curious to know how everyone approaches interviews, especially now with online first level round interviews via zoom/phone calls/skype, etc. Is there any techniques you all use...

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Anticipating StutteringAnxiety & Social JudgmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 29, 2020
8 points

u/justaregularguy044 u/hremmingar u/Sa8th I am really sorry that this study is restricted to people living in the United States and Canada. I certainly value your opinions and also understand that a g...

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postr/StutterSep 29, 2020
30 points

Survey Study on Disclosing Stuttering - Gift card raffle

Survey Study on Disclosing Stuttering - Gift card raffle Hi members of r/Stutter! If you are an adult who stutters living in the US or Canada who has disclosed or “told someone about” your stutterin...

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commentr/StutterSep 23, 2020
2 points

Interesting but I haven't talked to my parents about my stutter so I'm out, good luck lol...

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commentr/StutterSep 21, 2020
1 points

Yeah i know i can't hide it forever, I'm gonna tell him one day but today is just not that day yet. And telling him won't keep me from stuttering tomorrow....

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commentr/StutterSep 21, 2020
3 points

The best thing to do is just be honest about it. You cant hide it forever, the sooner u let people know about it the more comfortable you and they will be when you speak...

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Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 21, 2020
1 points

I think that's a good idea, what I do is, I start by saying "I sometimes stammer so if the words are not coming pls be patient" and that relaxes you straight away.....

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Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2020
3 points

I have a stutter, and I recently graduate Magna Cum Laude from the UW Business school. I gave multiple presentations, including many hour and two-hour presentations, and I found that I felt much less ...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social JudgmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2020
2 points

So as a 24 year old male I would say to make friends, especially genuine friends, you need to be able to tell them that sometimes you stutter so that when you are telling a good story, or making a jok...

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commentr/StutterSep 19, 2020
3 points

Yes, this happens with me too. I go around telling people that I am an introvert because I usually don't start conversation and talk only when question is directed to me but I have been told by my fri...

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Authenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2020
2 points

Non stutterer here whos trying to give support. If you think its inappropriate tell me to gtfo. As i can see (correct me if im wrong), it does not have a time limit. Noone told you how long it has t...

School & WorkSocial & Relationships
Public SpeakingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2020
6 points

There's no shame in prefacing the audio recording that you have a stutter!! <3 and/or edit the recording to chop out long blocks, etc. Good luck!!! My heart is with you. You can do it :)...

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commentr/StutterSep 15, 2020
5 points

Mention it face to face prior to the date starting. Just be cool about it. Like it’s a minor detail. Because to everyone who doesn’t stutter it is minor. But it can get awkward fast when someone doesn...

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commentr/StutterSep 15, 2020
5 points

Mention it if you end up stuttering. This happened to me on a first date (I was doing fine until one of her friends walked in and introduced herself to me) I mentioned it, we talked about it a little...

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commentr/StutterSep 15, 2020
1 points

I know how you must feel, trust me. I took a public speaking course and im a person who stutters too. I got an A- and I made sure to self disclose to the class and professor and they were all really u...

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commentr/StutterSep 15, 2020
3 points

This still happens to me quite frequently (28F) and honestly, if you feel comfortable, if feels really good to respond to this with "Oh, I have stutter actually". Very matter-of-factly. I often add "S...

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commentr/StutterSep 8, 2020
4 points

When I was in high school and college, my speech therapist suggested that I send an email to all my teachers before the start of the semester and tell them about my stutter. A handful of them reached ...

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commentr/StutterSep 8, 2020
1 points

These were three tips that really helped me a couple months ago. Practice the interview beforehand or maybe do a mock interview at [westutter.org](https://westutter.org). The second tip is to mention ...

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commentr/StutterSep 8, 2020
1 points

Self Disclosing is a great tool to use especially in a school setting if you feel uncomfortable. I started classes this semester and already disclosed to my professors and students about my stutter an...

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