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commentr/StutterJul 13, 2019
3 points

Yeah - I get a lot of questions from people as to why I'd use a false name. And since blocking is a foreign concept to most people as having a stutter, even when I try to be open and upfront and own u...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Hiding & ConcealmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJul 12, 2019
2 points

I would actually be more comfortable if I was confronted with it, instead of having to wonder what you think about it all the time....

Social & Relationships
Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJul 12, 2019
3 points

For me, the girl I’m dating asked me about my stutter on the first date. I was able to open up about it and feel more comfortable. But some others just don’t want to talk about it. But regardless we...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJul 12, 2019
2 points

I know there are a lot of people here who are saying "dont bring it up, let him do it". However, I want to also offer an alternative: I think you should bring it up respectfully but openly. Yes Stutte...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance
Disclosure & Telling OthersHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2019
1 points

This is all my opinions and feelings, I'm a very open person and this'll probably differ then what someone would want. If anyone objects feel free to say something. 1. If you're just dating him for a...

Social & RelationshipsCoping & AdvocacyCommunity & Support
Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesHumor & Community Tone
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2019
1 points

It is really nice asking this! If it comes up, I would bring it up how you did not notice his sutter on the first date. I am about to start dating and this is one of the things I am very self consciou...

Social & RelationshipsCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2019
9 points

Good for you for being thoughtful and for taking the initiative in learning how you can be supportive towards the guy you're dating. To answer your questions: I probably wouldn't tell him that his s...

Community & SupportSocial & Relationships
Validation & EmpathyDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJul 9, 2019
4 points

Hey there. I am in the same boat my friend. I've been on the job search for a long time and that search finally came to an end. I recently found a job that's different than what I typically do. I have...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Disclosure & Telling OthersHope & MotivationEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterJul 8, 2019
2 points

Tell them dude. I'm sure they'll understand. Sometimes when you hide stuttering, it increases. You need someone to whom you can talk freely about ypur stammering....

Social & Relationships
Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJul 4, 2019
4 points

It’s funny because I actually did mention my stutter! I do it depending on how I’m feeling on the day tbh - I felt like I had to yesterday although on this particular occasion, it did not help at all ...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJul 3, 2019
1 points

I don't like it and I have learned to live with it. I've dealt with it for over 25 years as well. I mean I wouldn't have accomplished the things I have accomplished in my life if I couldn't live with ...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & Avoidance
Quality of LifeAvoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJul 3, 2019
3 points

I totally understand what you’re saying. I feel like I stutter more when I am thinking about it or worrying about it. I’ve recently started to be more open about my stutter. When I began grad school, ...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersAcceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
postr/StutterJun 27, 2019
61 points

When you try over and over again to get a voice message with the least amount of stuttering

When you try over and over again to get a voice message with the least amount of stuttering ...

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Disclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2019
2 points

Say exactly what you want to say, word for word, no avoidance or substitution, and you will eventually hit a block. When you hit that block, admit that you stutter. Double win for you: exact represent...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2019
1 points

I would suggest calling everyone together ( if possible) and self identifying it. Talk about it, even if they don’t want to....

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 23, 2019
1 points

I don't have any experience, but I've had this before and wanted to share. So, I think one of my teachers stutters. I've had him for 2 years, and I'm pretty sure I'm right. He has a repetitive stutte...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Identity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 20, 2019
1 points

Sorry for getting back to you late. I had a busy day at work. During the clinical portion of your training, you will have to speak with patients and also to the whole team. We also had an oral exam at...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Hiding & ConcealmentOverthinking & MonitoringSeverity & Fluctuation+3 more
commentr/StutterJun 20, 2019
12 points

Same thing happens to me. Then you repeat the line, and people because don't realize it's a joke they're confused for a second until they do a mental switch to "oh, he's making a joke" and the entire ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 16, 2019
1 points

I had this exact same thing in secondary school during about 5th and 6th year. For English class specifically because someone would be asked to read out their answer everyday without fail (a bit like ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 13, 2019
9 points

Advertising your stutter could help you to desensitize yourself and accept your stutter. Try telling people you stutter, like when you go to order a coffee or food. You could say something like "Hi, I...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureDisclosure & Telling Others