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commentr/StutterFeb 19, 2020
20 points

know that people like you for you. they dont care you stammer. assholes make fun of people for every reason; short, fat, stammer, voice crack, take your pick. my father has a stammer. i dont hear it ...

Community & SupportIdentity & DisabilityCauses & Variability
Validation & EmpathyAcceptance & PrideGenetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterFeb 19, 2020
2 points

Ignore those who laugh at you, they have their own demons to sort out. Just know that YOU ARE AWESOME!!...

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commentr/StutterFeb 18, 2020
1 points

I think I've gotten the ones who genuinely wanted to help me out, or at least I would hope so, haha....

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Validation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2020
2 points

It really depends on their intentions. If they are genuinely trying to help you out then it’s awesome, but then there are those who are just annoyed by you and are not patient enough to give you a cha...

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commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2020
1 points

I'm sorry you have to go through this. When you signed up for this job, it was not in the job description to be mocked and it takes a lot of courage and confidence for you to continue working there. P...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyCommunity & Support
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 16, 2020
1 points

I’ve been to group therapy. It really helped me realize I wasn’t the only one who stuttered....

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Validation & EmpathyTherapy Experiences
commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2020
10 points

I’m sorry :( working in customer service is one of the hardest jobs to do. Being berated by hungry people all day can really get you down- even if you don’t have a stutter. You are SUCH a strong perso...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & Support
Frustration & AngerHiding & ConcealmentValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2020
5 points

I loved your comment and really apperciate this wisely written words. Am in the late beginning of my twenties, and I hate the fact that I stutter, it just seems not fair. I wouldn't mind being ur fr...

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Validation & EmpathyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2020
1 points

Social situations such as these are a lot more stressful for us than fluent speakers realize. This is a big win for you, and for the community at large, you should be proud!...

Emotional ExperienceCommunity & Support
Anxiety & Social JudgmentValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 15, 2020
2 points

You're kidding! You have no idea how much you made my day. My WEEK even! BROOOO that gave me encouragement to keep going, Thank you! I look forward to hearing more from you!...

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Validation & EmpathyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2020
3 points

Thank you! As much as my fiancé tries to understand, it’s nice to connect with others. But he’s been the real MVP and helps where he can....

Community & Support
Validation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2020
4 points

Dude your braver than me for posting that video. I am nervous to post on Twitch cause of my speech impediment. Good luck Cris. You said a lot of true things. Take your time with the videos. Don’t feel...

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postr/StutterFeb 14, 2020
100 points

I introduced myself!

I introduced myself! I just wanted to share a little victory with all of you! I was shopping with my future MIL and ran into one of her former high school friends. I typically depend on people introdu...

Community & SupportAnticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Validation & EmpathyAnticipating StutteringDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2020
1 points

YES. In my lifetime I have only met 3 other stutterers, not including stutterers who come to my school's speech and hearing clinic (I'm a speech path grad student). Like you can be at ease because you...

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Friendships & BelongingValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2020
1 points

Just wanted to thank everyone on here for the ideas and thoughts, lots to bear in mind for us. Made my heart ache reading all these at work breaks then getting home and hes oblivious to all my chat lo...

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Validation & EmpathyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 14, 2020
2 points

I wouldn't get too worked up. Stuttering is a range and while this doesn't really mean people who stutter once a week have a stutter, it at least means they are trying to be empathetic. This ain't a ...

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commentr/StutterFeb 13, 2020
1 points

I’m a dental office receptionist. I’ve only had two people be rude about it, but for the most part people are understanding and don’t mind it. I like my job since it’s a family practice so it’s only t...

School & WorkCommunity & Support
Employment & CareerValidation & Empathy
postr/StutterFeb 13, 2020
8 points

Funny thought

Funny thought Anyone else feel oddly at peace but also uncomfortable when talking to another stutterer? It’s like oh fuck they definitely know I have a stutter but they know exactly how I feel at the ...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterFeb 13, 2020
1 points

Majority of people give up on it But it can be good for feeling connected / part of a community...

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commentr/StutterFeb 13, 2020
2 points

well, if they actually do, then i would take it as a very genuine, mature way of building a connection with you. i remember being a young guy and thanking my lucky stars whenever someone would do that...

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Validation & EmpathyDisclosure & Telling OthersAcceptance & Pride