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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2019
1 points

Ikr! I heard one thing that kinda works is just to take it slow and practice saying a few words at a time to someone your at least mostly comfortable speaking with. I notice my stuttering doesn't feel...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2019
3 points

There is zero research to prove this. Speaking with other people who stutter is helpful because you can share advice and talk about difficult experiences. Stuttering is not a contagious virus....

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2019
1 points

That assumption might be valid, but I would have to see some scientific evidence it before I regard it as a fact. Secondly, this is a stuttering group so its highly unlikely that I will find somone he...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2019
2 points

Ahhh okay, I get where you’re coming from now. Sorry if I came off as a bit agro! Glad you’re asking!...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2019
4 points

Ok. I mean, I’m autistic so I’m not good at recognising/dealing with other people’s emotions, but I do actually try consider other people’s emotions, thus me asking the question...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2019
4 points

Turns out the teacher’s son is sick and she’s taken the day off to take care of him. What’re the odds. I don’t know if this is good or bad honestly cause now I’ve just got more time to worry really lo...

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commentr/StutterOct 15, 2019
3 points

Hey bud, see if there's an NSA chapter near you. Don't be afraid, it's a friendly group who listens and understands: https://westutter.org/find-nsa-meeting-near/texas/ You can also check out stutter ...

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commentr/StutterOct 15, 2019
1 points

I'm in Houston. Email me: mystutteringlife@gmail.com Support is important in this Community...

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
3 points

I don't agree with "don't", instead, ask if he likes it or not. Personally, I like people to help me out. It just keep everything flowing a alot better, and saves me a lot of effort....

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
2 points

I love seeing these posts! It's always refreshing to see people who really want to learn and helped their SO or friend. I've learned a lot over the last few years from people y'all's age in becoming m...

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
4 points

I like all this advice except for the "don't try to finish off words or sentences". Honestly I sometimes prefer this, especially from close friends and family. It's a case by case basis. But if you ...

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
2 points

Well supporting like ya are now is perfect. When ya show him it doesnt matter to you its the best thing...

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
5 points

You can search other threads on this topic here. Being there and caring is enough. You don't want to give the impression that help means he needs to fix something. I don't think you are though....

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
5 points

I’m a girl myself but I’m interested in guys and girls. I’ve never dated but that’s because I’m too busy to deal with a relationship, that has nothing to do with my stutter. Tbh i just want to date so...

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commentr/StutterOct 14, 2019
30 points

This is a really nice post, it shows you care. I would say the best things to look out for, dont interrupt him when he is stuttering, dont try to finish off words or sentences, and obviously dont get...

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2019
7 points

I think she was just trying to make you feel comfortable and that can be a really good trait in a leader. I do think you are overreacting, but that’s ok, it’s easy to feel that way when you stutter. T...

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2019
0 points

Wonderful advice. Username checks out! Another surfing stutterer, we need to be friends...

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2019
2 points

Thank you. I think I needed that pep talk. I'm still anxious as heck, but I guess that's okay. Thank you so much....

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2019
13 points

Just reading this it seems like you're overreacting. It seems like she's just trying to make friendly banter to make you feel welcomed instead of like another robot. If that meme was making fun of you...

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commentr/StutterOct 11, 2019
2 points

Thank you! I’ll definitely try doing that, I dunno why I didn’t, before I posted this question. Edit: wow this definitely is a popular question! I just read a bunch of responses for these type of ques...

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