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commentr/StutterJan 12, 2026
2 points

It took me like 3 mos. before I got comfortable enough with my team that I wasn't tripping over myself speaking. It will absolutely get better with time + building your confidence. And, realistically...

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postr/StutterJan 12, 2026
12 points

First Nursing Shift Tomorrow!

First Nursing Shift Tomorrow! Hi everyone! Just wanted to share that I am starting my first nursing placement tomorrow. I have always stuttered but it got a lot worse during high-school. Now that iv...

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commentr/StutterJan 12, 2026
2 points

I had a teacher do the exact opposite and it was exactly what I needed st that time to become a bettwr speaker today Its different for everyone...

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commentr/StutterJan 12, 2026
6 points

No worries, don’t be too hard on yourself. Try another. I’ve been in similar situations and my aim is to be better in the next and the next and the next...

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commentr/StutterJan 12, 2026
2 points

Cure just like the cures for loosing weight. For stuttering I feel it’s similar - you need practice, but not only mechanical pronunciation but also building confidence that you can complete any inter...

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commentr/StutterJan 12, 2026
2 points

Do what you feels right for you. Whatever journey that you are on is just that, it's your specific journey. There is no cookie cutter approach. I've interviewed over 153 people who stutter on my ...

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postr/StutterJan 12, 2026
11 points

What kind of mentality should I have?

What kind of mentality should I have? Every time I stutter, I hate myself. I feel super tired after like I need a lie down and need to cry and I feel tired of life. I’ve heard people say ‘the more you...

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commentr/StutterJan 11, 2026
1 points

Same. I just learned to trust myself a little more and remind myself of my worth as a human being. It took a few years and life experiences to realize this. I’m not 100% fully there yet, but I just re...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
3 points

I do have this realisation but idk still my dumbahh brain makes me feel weird if I do stutter infront of anyone especially if I know I’m with some “friend” who’s gonna make fun of it (reason I recentl...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
2 points

100% possible I stutter and joined the army right after high school. I did active duty infantry for 4 years, then switched to reserved for another 4. The biggest challenge I faced was speaking to a...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
1 points

This has never been an issue for me. Probably because I can express myself fully (small stutters) with my partner and close friends.  I’m 29 yo, male, stuttering since I can remember. Mostly fluent w...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
1 points

Thank you for sharing this. I completely agree that the goal isn’t to cure stammering but to reduce fear and offer supportive techniques. I’d really appreciate a chat and learning from your experience...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
4 points

There is no magic pill that will "cure" stuttering. It's a lifetime journey of self realization in which you overcome this challenge....

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
1 points

I am a trustee for a UK charity which teaches stammerers costal breathing, desensitisation techniques and tools to help manage blocks. We DON'T profess to "cure" stammering, but we can help to reduce ...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
2 points

I think, honestly, it's a trial and error process for everyone. Someone else has said practicing beforehand helps them, but for me that makes me block more - it's much easier for me to get words out i...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
2 points

Congrats your just as qualified as everyone else and deserve it with a stutter or w/o one  They know that , that’s why they offered you ...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
2 points

Congrats your just as qualified as everyone else and deserve it with a stutter or w/o one  They know that , that’s why they offered you ...

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commentr/StutterJan 9, 2026
1 points

Same I have to stop trying to improve my stuttering because it's a never ending pursuit. I'd rather focus on improving on another aspect of my life first and I'll deal with this stutter when I'm old a...

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commentr/StutterJan 9, 2026
3 points

Let me share my dating and marriage story, perhaps it'll help? Or at least give some perspective. I def took a while to start dating, my first relationship was when I was 19 and in college. It lasted...

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commentr/StutterJan 9, 2026
1 points

I'll cross to be the center of attention off from my list cuz I definitely know this is not in my fabric I just don't wanna be feel free from stress. But like you said in your personal life you get d...

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