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commentr/StutterApr 17, 2023
2 points

Nope, never have i ever spoke fluently in my life. I've never even have "good days" like others do. If it's confidence though, i do kinda have it like if my friends want me to ask this stranger or my ...

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commentr/StutterApr 16, 2023
3 points

Practice, practice, and practice. It might be boring and annoying but it’s legit how you improve in anything in life. I’m on a program that forces you to practice one hour a day and I’ve noticed how m...

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Fluency TechniquesHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2023
2 points

Reading those first three paragraphs... So much of what you covered there mirrors my experience. I've said it many times in this sub, speech therapy didn't work for me in my youth because I didn't p...

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Seeking TherapyTherapy ExperiencesFluency Techniques+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2023
3 points

Crypt... It's still sad that your dad isn't supportive all the time. Did you get speech therapy? I never did. It took me until I was 70 to become totally fluent. Keep doing all you can to improve. S...

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commentr/StutterApr 16, 2023
7 points

I never stuttered in my head but I still talk to myself because many of us stutterers are only fluent when we are talking to ourselves. I have overcome my stuttering after 65 years but the self-talk s...

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commentr/StutterApr 16, 2023
7 points

Are you someone who can speak fluently when alone in a room? I am, and have never had much success with these mechanical techniques. My stutter is psychological, not mechanical. Best thing I do to hel...

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commentr/StutterApr 16, 2023
8 points

So sad to have your parents reject you for something you have no control over. My parents marginalized me, never got me speech therapy and generally abused me because I was imperfect. I did marry a w...

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commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
2 points

Not sure your age. But hang in there, it does get better. I’ve been where you are- you will adjust, adapt....

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commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
0 points

Kudos to you for pushing through and asking your question during the Annual General Meeting! Your attitude is truly inspiring. It's great that you're embracing your stutter and focusing on what truly ...

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commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
1 points

I'm sorry to hear about the struggles and feelings of inferiority you've been experiencing. It can be incredibly challenging to come to terms with the way others may perceive you due to your stutter. ...

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
4 points

I'm really sorry to hear about your recent job application experience. It can be incredibly frustrating to feel like your stutter might be holding you back in your professional life. However, it's imp...

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commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
4 points

I'm so sorry to hear about the struggles you've faced with stuttering and the challenges you've encountered within your family. It can be incredibly difficult to navigate such a situation, especially ...

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Helplessness & AgencyEmployment & CareerHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
1 points

Please don't give up on your dream because of stupid immature people. Your professor may realize your potential. I have a friend who was trained by the Airforce in computer science and is a profession...

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Hope & MotivationEmployment & CareerStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
1 points

You're doing everything right for your son. Just keep exposing him to other stutters who have become very successful. Your son seems to possess all the inner strength for success. Keep in contact with...

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commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
4 points

There ARE stutterers on r/stutter who have even professional careers such as physicians, paramedics, and even HR trainers. Don't give up hope even as a severe stutterer. Please keep trying. Sue...

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postr/StutterApr 15, 2023
18 points

Went to a regular therapist this is what I've learned after only 1 session

Went to a regular therapist this is what I've learned after only 1 session Hello,I'm 15M and just went to a regular therapist (not speech therapist), she used to stutter her self and severely now she ...

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commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
4 points

Happy to hear this. I'm really new here, and there's understandably lots of negative outlooks, so I think this can help others see a brighter future. Thanks for sharing! I think my speech, at one po...

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Hope & MotivationEmployment & CareerAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
3 points

I felt this way during Covid. I had a call center job (got forced into it by my stepdad and didn’t know it revolved around phone calls). It was an awful year but I was surprised how well I done. We ar...

School & WorkEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
3 points

Damn, man.. that must be really hard. It's good that you have a good team and manager in there, truly. You actually motivated me to try and really get into this JOB. I'll also try my best. Best of luc...

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Hope & MotivationEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2023
10 points

Yeah stuttering is big disadvantage. Nevertheless there are a lot of other more important traits at work. In a lot of jobs speaking is actually a small part of the job. Sure it will take you more time...

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