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commentr/StutterSep 2, 2020
3 points

Pretty similar to how my situation was. My best advice is try to take a breath before you start talking and if you get stuck on a particular letter or syllable, try getting a starter you can flow easi...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterSep 2, 2020
7 points

Is it because you're blocking on the hard 'W' in 'Would'? I find that starting sentences with "easier" sounds is often helpful. Try saying "hello sir/ma'am, would you ..." or "excuse me, would you ....

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterSep 2, 2020
2 points

I have a slight stutter and it can goes severely if I’m under pressure or nervous. I stutter when I speak English, but not in my in my native language. I do notice that my thought seems to run at much...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Stress & Fight/FlightFluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterSep 1, 2020
6 points

I have a moderate stutter as well. For me, I try not to be self conscious about it because you and both I know it can be hard to control. I just breath and speak slower. A video a friend sent me a whi...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterSep 1, 2020
1 points

If it's available to you get into therapy, I did a intensive course and while it's not the whole answer it gave me the tools and the knowledge to be able to work on my speech and I've put years of pra...

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commentr/StutterSep 1, 2020
3 points

I usually stop talking for a small time when I start to stutter on a particular word and start again by taking a deep breath. Not only can I complete the sentence but I don't sound as miserable as bei...

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commentr/StutterAug 31, 2020
1 points

You can do it! My uncle and I both stutter and we are both successful entrepreneurs. I just sold my company last year and am basically retired now at the age of 43. Keep working on your speech and it...

School & WorkCoping & Advocacy
Employment & CareerFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterAug 31, 2020
1 points

My speech therapist explained this by saying our brain was out of sync with our vocal tract so our brain is not necessary working faster or slower. That's why therapies like prolonged speech can help...

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Neurological & BrainFluency TechniquesTherapy Experiences
commentr/StutterAug 29, 2020
3 points

I grew up with a really bad stutter and went through 3-4 years of speech therapy. I suspect it could have been quicker if I worked harder (I was a young and dumb kid). My parents, one of which stutter...

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Seeking TherapyFluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 29, 2020
1 points

1.) Speed. Firstly, try to talk slow. I know it sounds obvious and intuitive but it's the foundation of your recording. You and I both know that when you're trying to talk especially under the microsc...

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Fluency TechniquesPhysical TensionOverthinking & Monitoring+1 more
commentr/StutterAug 28, 2020
1 points

Any tips? I don’t have a YouTube channel but often have to record videos for work and I hate the sound of my voice lol. My speech is semi-fluent, but airy since I use the techniques. Maybe no one else...

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commentr/StutterAug 27, 2020
4 points

Phone is tough but it really goes back to your relationship with your stutter. If you believe its a hinderance when you stutter, it will be. And it will make you feel like sheit. It is possible to...

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commentr/StutterAug 27, 2020
5 points

See, I can understand how your condition may be worsening day by day in COVID period, but nothing to worry.... I am a stutter myself and I apply some principal for myself. First of all stuttering is ...

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commentr/StutterAug 27, 2020
3 points

Social worker here. I used to really struggle on the phone, whereas face to face wasn’t too bad. When I shared an office, I would often try to find another space to make calls without others around. I...

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Hiding & ConcealmentFluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing+1 more
commentr/StutterAug 26, 2020
5 points

I’m quite the opposite! But this could be because of a release of pressure. I believe it’s entirely mental. You don’t subconsciously place as much value on the words you’re saying because they usuall...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Situational VariabilityFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterAug 23, 2020
1 points

I have the same sort of problem. all my worse stutters come whenever I'm trying to make a point or reading text out loud. the best fixes were to avoid thinking solely about those things. do you stutte...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Propositionality & WeightFluency Techniques
postr/StutterAug 21, 2020
47 points

Had a pretty good Zoom presentation

Had a pretty good Zoom presentation but I feel like I got hit by a truck, I’m completely wiped out. Did some stretching and deep breathing before the call, was well-prepared, tried to talk slowly, s...

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Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterAug 21, 2020
1 points

My name also starts with 'S' and I feel the pain with the names. Sometimes with easy onset on the starting letter of the name helps by just prolonging the letter 'S' instead of rushing other letters o...

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Feared Words & NamesFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterAug 21, 2020
1 points

we’re all learning tricks to get past blocks and i love it...

Coping & Advocacy
Fluency Techniques
commentr/StutterAug 20, 2020
2 points

Sorry to hear that man, but it will get better. Also I have no clue why but yea stuff, like cursing, singing, being mad (I’ve never heard that before but if it works for you awesome) can really help r...

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Strategic Swearing/CursingSituational VariabilityFluency Techniques