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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2019
2 points

Do you still stutter at all? I've been on a journey from covert to overt to pushing my comfort zone beyond what I imagined. I've found if I don't avoid I can live life with less anxiety, however still...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
postr/StutterJan 26, 2019
16 points

IF YOU DONT LISTEN WHO WILL?!

IF YOU DONT LISTEN WHO WILL?! I’m sure all of you who have looked for tips on how to reduce stuttering has heard multiple times to “read aloud and record your voice”. I for one always hated this advic...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment+3 more
commentr/StutterJan 11, 2019
1 points

Don’t cancel!!! I recently went through a phone interview (I’m the WORST over the phone) and multiple on-site interviews for a position I really want and will be great for my career...... so very high...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Preparation & RehearsalMindfulness & BreathingAuthenticity vs. Masking+1 more
commentr/StutterJan 11, 2019
8 points

Letting them know you stutter helps a lot. Some of the pressure is gone because they're aware of it and won't be surprised....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterJan 11, 2019
1 points

Cancelling will be the worst thing you can do. You're in college, which means that getting a job is the end goal. How else do you expect to get a job? My advice is don't be afraid to stutter. Start...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterJan 11, 2019
3 points

Sorry; soap box speech here. Please don't cancel as a result of the stutter. It may ease the anxiety in the short-term, but you may have regrets. Think of how this job will set you up on your resume...

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commentr/StutterJan 8, 2019
6 points

I don’t really approach them. I mean if we happen to have a convo I don’t bring up that I also stutter (I’m a covert stutterer so if you didn’t know I stuttered you probably wouldn’t know). I just spe...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterJan 7, 2019
6 points

Hey there! I'm a graphic designer/videographer/web designer and a person who stutters! I've always been into the arts but looking back to when I decided where I wanted to take my career, I'd be lyin...

School & WorkAnticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Employment & CareerAvoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 6, 2019
2 points

Yes, thats exactly what i was trying to say. I stutter a hell lot more around my family......

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Stress & Fight/FlightAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterJan 6, 2019
7 points

I stutter a lot more around my family and close friends, I think it's because I don't care what they going to think or what...

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Stress & Fight/FlightAuthenticity vs. Masking
postr/StutterJan 4, 2019
35 points

Finding your voice as a stutter

Finding your voice as a stutter Finding your voice as stutter is something, I think stutters like myself struggle with. Stuttering is something that can cripple your life, passions, and desires if it ...

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commentr/StutterJan 2, 2019
3 points

I use it as a moment to be vulnerable. I think clients appreciate it because they are being vulnerable! I work with kids and they have all been understanding and like that I “used to be in speech.” Di...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Disclosure & Telling OthersAuthenticity vs. MaskingFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterDec 31, 2018
2 points

You mean if we just let go , we wouldnt stutter or stutter less severely ??...

Identity & Disability
Authenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterDec 28, 2018
3 points

I agree that it's not something that should be a complete dealbreaker, but I don't think I would like the "...okay?" reaction either. I would like it if dates/partners are curious about it and ask me ...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterDec 28, 2018
12 points

You'll be amazing how many people don't give a shit that you stutter. Like you can be like "hey by the way, just to let you know, I stutter so if you see me stumble on some words, that's why." and the...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAuthenticity vs. Masking
postr/StutterDec 25, 2018
6 points

Not stuttering with strangers

Not stuttering with strangers I recently found out that I stuttered most with my close family, and less often with my friends. Better than that, I never stuttered with strangers! At first I was unsur...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Experiential AssociationSituational VariabilityAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterDec 21, 2018
1 points

Just be yourself and talk normally. If she asks about it then explain it but if not she probably doesn't care. ​ (But I also don't care what people think about it.)...

Identity & Disability
Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 21, 2018
4 points

I’d say that you should. I can only speak from my own experience but I usually find that being open and honest about it comes off as being more confident - even if it wasn’t how I felt. Good luck on...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAuthenticity vs. MaskingDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterDec 21, 2018
11 points

Should I tell her about my stutter?

Should I tell her about my stutter? I’ve had that perfect match on tinder and we had a lot of chats and some phone calls which didn’t quite expose my stutter. We planned a meet up and I don’t know: sh...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Hiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. MaskingDating & Romance
commentr/StutterDec 7, 2018
5 points

My tip is to stop avoided speaking situations. The more you avoid the harder it will get. Accept that you currently have a stuttering problem, be open about it, and start practicing speaking in those ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. Masking