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commentr/StutterSep 20, 2024
0 points

This made me laugh. Looking at scary people in suits on your computer šŸ˜†šŸ˜†šŸ˜† . . You do realize that no matter how much you practice in front of your computer or with family/friends or your gf…it’s ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringAvoidance & SubstitutionPreparation & Rehearsal+1 more
commentr/overcome_stutteringSep 20, 2024
2 points

Yes 100%. I can barely speak on the phone at all. To the point where if my family is around I'll just try to get them to speak for me bc it's easier for me & the person I'm calling..with being put on ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2024
0 points

Lee Lovettā€˜s methods have changed my life. Everything from reading out aloud when you’re alone (which improves your fluency habit), never forcing blocks (to weaken the stutter habit), positive affir...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceTherapy & Professional
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2024
0 points

Keep it simple then lol. This is what I would say to someone who I care for and want to have a relationship with. Maybe it’s just my style but I like to add in some humor to my speech. It cuts the ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHumor & Community ToneAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2024
6 points

I would say I don’t experience this to that extent but I do have some ticks. I think what helps me is instead of trying to hammer through a block I will reset the word no matter how long it takes me a...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionMindfulness & BreathingAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2024
3 points

This. I remember using a different word, even changing the sentence to mean something different than the truth or get something I didn't intend to or the wrong thing...anything to get out of the situ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2024
2 points

Don't try to force it. Engaging with the block reinforces your brain to use those pathways. So even If all you can do is not say that word don't say it. But just take a breath mentally step back and t...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2024
7 points

Stop, breathe, say a different word. Not worth my mental health struggling on refrigerator, when fridge works just as well. Unavoidable words, like my name/city, I usually avoid (or drop the first l...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
2 points

oh I see. same as me. I recently found out I have adhd so i got a silent fidget toy (not the spinners those distract me too much). as a plus to staying focus I find that I am less stressed and stutter...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityMeds & Substances
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightStimulants & Caffeine
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
8 points

Thanks for the comment man I really appreciate it, my stutter is not that bad only when I’m under pressure or I’m thinking about things to say...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
3 points

I think it depends on how severe your stutter is. If u cant get out 2 words without stuttering, you should tell him earlier. If most people dont know them just keep it to yourself. Ive been with my gi...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
1 points

see men/women, many stutterer are going through hell and their stuttering are worst, In many post I saw many ā€œaccept stuttering and do nothingā€ kind of post, that is the stupidest thing to do, ā€œaccept...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAvoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
0 points

Yep..I was angry with myself for the longest time..then I was angry at others.. lol…bottom line it’s no one’s fault. We are unique. I will tell you a funny incident. Hope that cheers you up. I was...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilityCauses & Variability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentAcceptance & Pride+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
1 points

Same..47/M…three kids, tech sales job..killing it. Just don’t ask me my namešŸ« šŸ˜‚..fuck it I probably make more money than them....

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
3 points

All the time. It sucks because a lot of being funny comes down to the timing and stuttering makes it almost impossible to nail timing. And then once the opportunity to make a joke passes, that’s it it...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Propositionality & WeightAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
0 points

I speak less than 100 ish words than you lol HAHAHA i can relate. I just speak whatever gets me by from my work. They still think i can speak fluently but i don’t, i just speak less HAHA. Anyway i’ve ...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2024
4 points

Im 100% same state as you, what’s your name always kills me even tho its quite simple, but knowing i must say one word is always annoying...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & Substitution
postr/StutterSep 17, 2024
52 points

Am I the only one with this niche stutter?

Am I the only one with this niche stutter? 34m Married (not sure how I managed that but somehow I found one who isn’t bothered) Work an office job and 95% fluent. Participate and lead meetings wi...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Cycles & RandomnessAvoidance & SubstitutionOnset & Life-Stage Changes+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2024
8 points

I do my absolute best to hide it. Word substitutions, avoidance, etc. But I’m 95% fluent at work and 85% fluent at home (more going on, having to nag the kids, etc)...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2024
4 points

All those 4 things you mentioned got nothing to do with stuttering. No one really knows what causes it, hence there is any cure for it. Anyone who tells you ā€œthey can fixā€ stuttering is a scammer. ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & Pride