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commentr/StutterSep 26, 2022
1 points

The last time I told an employer I stutter he said it's in my mind. The thing is I stutter less when I'm comfortable around you. I have also learned how to speak slowly, so at times my stutter is not ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 25, 2022
3 points

I feel you, I just got promoted for a new position that also required to answer phones and being in touch with clients. Although the pay was the same, the workload increased a lot, and finally I told ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentHelplessness & Agency+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 25, 2022
1 points

I don't know if it's directly related or just a coincidence, but i was never hired by any of the companies i disclosed my stuttering to. One interviewer actually asked me if "it affected my work". It ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. Masking+1 more
postr/StutterSep 24, 2022
45 points

Guess what…

Guess what… I got a new job. Serving customers. My previous jobs required the least amount of human interaction as possible, but even though I barely had to speak to anyone I really didn’t enjoy them...

Anticipation & AvoidanceMeds & SubstancesSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentHelpful Med Outcomes+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2022
5 points

I see where you are, recognizing a lot of similarities between you and me. I'm a Swedish guy (18) doing a-levels in the British School of Kathmandu. I'm also a part of the boy's football team. I've b...

Social & RelationshipsSchool & WorkCommunity & Support
Loneliness & IsolationSchool & Academic LifeEmployment & Career+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2022
4 points

My first job when I was teenager and stuttered way more then I do now, was at Domino's in customer service. Answering phones serving face to face. I don't know why I did it haha it was definitely a si...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 22, 2022
6 points

"Tips to reduce stuttering - based of stutter researchers in the University of Alabama" 1. I no longer need to chase the “Fluency God.” 2. I can live without constant fear. 3. I can speak well wit...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideHope & MotivationMindset shift+3 more
commentr/StutterSep 22, 2022
8 points

Man, I feel so lucky that I've been homeschooled all the way so far, and I work on my family's farm so I've never had to interview or deal with the public at work. I seriously don't want to go to coll...

School & Work
School & Academic LifeEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 22, 2022
3 points

It’s unfortunate that we have to feel like this. When I was young, it was excruciatingly painful to go to school everyday. Now that I’m an adult, I said fuck that. I’ve been working on a warehouse f...

School & WorkSocial & Relationships
Employment & CareerQuality of Life
commentr/StutterSep 22, 2022
8 points

Interviews are easier when you disclose your stuttering; ideally in advance...

Social & RelationshipsSchool & Work
Disclosure & Telling OthersEmployment & Career
postr/StutterSep 22, 2022
28 points

I still think the hardest part about my stutter is having to go to work and deal with the public

I still think the hardest part about my stutter is having to go to work and deal with the public It’s like every shift is a nightmare tbh. And I feel like I can’t get another job because of the inter...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Hiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2022
2 points

man i'm so done, i can't even say Hi properly to my coworkers, it's depressing, i'm force to work in the back office, i cannot talk properly, customer just don't trust me it's sad i cannot even build ...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Shame & EmbarrassmentFrustration & AngerHelplessness & Agency+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
9 points

That happened to me when I was 17 and got pulled over (forgot to turn on my headlights pulling out of a well-lit parking lot). Cop asked me to step out of the car after a brief stutter-filled interact...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
19 points

I amped up my stutter to 11 when I would get pulled over. Cops would frequently get thrown for a loop....

Causes & VariabilitySchool & Work
Stress & Fight/FlightEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
1 points

Well done I couldn’t even go for supervisor because of my stutter so FairPlay to you...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
1 points

Retail and I need out I don’t know how everyone is so positive is this feed about work 💔 literally find it a struggle on a daily basis and I’m so tired from talking all day...

School & WorkEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerHelplessness & Agency
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
1 points

I’m currently a financial examiner for a state agency. Every job description has that as a requirement. I was just upfront with them about it and did well enough in the interviews to get the position...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
1 points

I’m a nurse. Love my job, but talking is a big part of it. I just have to remind myself to breathe (usually doesn’t work though) I only get away with “being nervous” cause I’m new....

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
1 points

Working as a welder. Doing alot of talking in my daily work and since I do that I belive my stutter has become much better. I dont mind it that much now, and my co workers know that im stuttering and ...

School & WorkIdentity & Disability
Employment & CareerAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2022
2 points

Work in the area of mental health, supporting adults with schizophrenia living in the community…also work part time as a therapist Never would have thought that possible 20 years ago…very rewarding ...

School & WorkTherapy & Professional
Employment & CareerTherapy Experiences