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commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
9 points

I think stutterers are aware and actively try to avoid those situations. I can't speak for everyone, but if something is time-sensitive, I let someone else do the talking. This could be something as...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnticipating Stuttering
postr/StutterJun 25, 2024
5 points

My problem with spanish class.

My problem with spanish class. As some of you might know, spanish is a notoriously fast-paced language, and since I'm here right know you probably know that I am a fellow stutterer, in Spanish class o...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionPropositionality & WeightShame & Embarrassment+1 more
commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
2 points

it is true that alcohol disinhibits you, what happens to me is that the more anxious I get, the more I stutter. This used to be a huge problem when I was a teenager so when I went out I tried to drink...

Meds & SubstancesAnticipation & Avoidance
Recreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)Avoidance & Substitution
postr/StutterJun 25, 2024
4 points

Cold calls and stutter

Cold calls and stutter Is anyone here into sales or marketing ? If yes, what's your experience with cold calling? ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & Career
postr/StutterJun 25, 2024
10 points

how should people manage a conversation with someone who stutters when time is limited?

how should people manage a conversation with someone who stutters when time is limited? when talk to someone who stutters can be challenging, especially when time is limited. How can we balance being ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionListener Reactions
commentr/StutterJun 25, 2024
8 points

— Read a lot. It helps to know synonyms ;-) —Learn foreign languages. Because sometimes, sounds that we cannot say in our language, we can say in another. Plus, it's okay to struggle with words when ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionFluency TechniquesPreparation & Rehearsal+3 more
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

My stutter is neurological, so not exactly the kind you have. Not every stutter is the same in terms of cause, sound, and treatment. However, the societal challenges are usually the same regardless. ...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Neurological & BrainSeverity & FluctuationAvoidance & Substitution+1 more
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

This is exactly why letting others hear brief voluntary repetitions is so helpful in reducing blocks. Sounds like “just accept it” is working to reduce your blocks so that’s great!...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
2 points

That's awesome man. I'm a bit older than you but I also found that the only way to get over stuttering and axiety is to lean into the fear. "Feel the fear and do it anyway." When we run from things an...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social JudgmentMindset shift
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
3 points

With all due respect I can’t agree with you 100%. Yes, psychological factor is important due to our self esteem is very vulnerable for all those years of stuttering, especially it’s “inconsistency.” S...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social JudgmentAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
3 points

I thought i was only the one who when i talk to someone who i classified as weak i am more fluent. Maybe for some people stutter is purely psychological 🤔...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment
postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
14 points

has anyone else tried drinking to get rid of their stutter?

has anyone else tried drinking to get rid of their stutter? recently i went to a party and ended up drinking for the first time. one thing i noticed was how little i stuttered which was something that...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityMeds & Substances
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightHelpful Med Outcomes+1 more
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
3 points

Agree, it’s annoying. I tried to systemize all conditions which help me and make it more difficult to speak. There are too many of them to list. However, my analysis showed one noticeable factor (amon...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social JudgmentStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
5 points

This might be controversial, but try to see if he would prefer for you to make reservations and such. For most of us, saying our name is really hard. I would LOVE a significant who just takes the rein...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & Support
Avoidance & SubstitutionAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

I've noticed that too. I always say it's a quick way to filter out the people I wouldn't wanna be talking to anyways. If you look at it that way, it's quite the perk! :)...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
33 points

IMO the most absurd thing about stuttering is how inconsistent it is

IMO the most absurd thing about stuttering is how inconsistent it is I (25M) have been stuttering since 22 years. What annoys me most about the stutter is that it's just utterly absurd when it occurs...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSituational VariabilityRoles & Performance+2 more
postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
1 points

IMO the most absurd thing about stuttering is how inconsistent it is

IMO the most absurd thing about stuttering is how inconsistent it is I (25M) have been stuttering since 22 years. What annoys me most about the stutter is that it's just utterly absurd when it occurs...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSituational VariabilityRoles & Performance+2 more
commentr/StutterJun 24, 2024
6 points

Hey buddy, I've been in the same boat and can relate how it feels. I gave almost 30 interviews before getting an offer once. And though I was quite good with my skill, stammering used to take the best...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Preparation & RehearsalAvoidance & Substitution
postr/StutterJun 24, 2024
11 points

Getting anhilated in interviews

Getting anhilated in interviews So I (23M) have been working for 2 years in a business role and getting good performance ratings, however due to a low salary, I have been looking for a switch. Have ap...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentStress & Fight/Flight+3 more
commentr/StutterJun 23, 2024
1 points

you now what i did i told my friends that i leave in an other place wause the place where i'm leaving is hard to say for me and it stuck with me till now...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & Substitution