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commentr/StutterSep 27, 2019
2 points

Hi, I would suggest you could do the McGuire programme if it's available near you. It's worldwide! And once you do the four day intensive course you are a member for life. It reteaches you how to brea...

Coping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Fluency TechniquesVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureTherapy Experiences
commentr/StutterSep 27, 2019
1 points

My fluency is directly correlated to my stress. The more stressed out I am the worse I stutter, which makes me more stressed out. It can be a vicious cycle. high school was a very stressful time f...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Stress & Fight/FlightFluency TechniquesSeeking Therapy
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
11 points

If you don't already, disclose your stutter right before the interview (I do it after the introduction/formalities.) Bonus points if you tell them that you are actively trying to improve it. I would...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionFluency TechniquesEmployment & Career+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
2 points

Wow that’s a great point.I think as stutterers,we just need to allow and remind ourselves to slow down sometimes....

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Fluency Techniques
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
2 points

Ok, I never heard of that I will have to Google it. Maybe I can learn something useful in my own journey to better fluency. Take Care...

Community & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Research & ResourcesFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
2 points

Well perhaps it does change from person, I found that it actually helped me to act more confidently than I felt...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
1 points

I think it's best to ask the person directly what they want you to do. Some people want to be "outed" and some don't. Some people want special treatment, some don't. But the general consensus is to j...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionFluency TechniquesEmployment & Career+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
1 points

First of all. I love your name. Hahahaha! Attack on Geckos! Dude try it out and post back here. What I noticed the most is that when I stutter it’s like something in my brain locks up and prevents the...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Overthinking & MonitoringFluency TechniquesLoss of Control
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
1 points

I once tried it and it worked for a few weeks then it didn't work with me. But fortunately enough I went to a course over the summer and it worked for me....

Coping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Fluency TechniquesTherapy Experiences
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2019
5 points

Reading aloud in groups is pretty much a staple in all stuttering courses. And most of the time the methods to help are the same as other stuttering techniques. I found that, rather than keeping your ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterSep 25, 2019
6 points

ADVICE ON PRACTICING SPEECH.

ADVICE ON PRACTICING SPEECH. Hey everyone, this is what I noticed help me with my speech today and I know for sure it can help you as well. I noticed that when I don't avoid words I can't pronounce ea...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & StutteringAnticipation & Avoidance
Fluency TechniquesPhysical TensionAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterSep 25, 2019
2 points

I turned my name into a bit of a joke; my name is barry, like strawberry or blueberry When in a professional setting I tap my foot as I speak to help keep me on a good pace. I tap for each syllable...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Feared Words & NamesFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterSep 25, 2019
3 points

Just made a speech in my class. The trick is to practice, practice and practice. Practice your speech a ton. Also, pauses in speech aren't as long as you think. Pause if you need and don't forget to b...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Preparation & RehearsalFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2019
6 points

I never cared too much about my stutter, maybe on first dates, maybe i was wirh really good people who showed patience. Try slowing down when talking. Take deep breathes between sentances. Use as much...

Coping & AdvocacyCauses & VariabilitySchool & Work
Fluency TechniquesStress & Fight/FlightEmployment & Career+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2019
13 points

Man, listen. I'm 17, senior in high school. Been stuttering for as long as I can remember too. Like yours, my family barely understands it but luckily mine are patient and willing to hear me out about...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2019
2 points

I agree, it simply sucks. It's in the nature of stuttering to ebb and flow and we can't always put the finger on why. The more you struggle, the worse it gets, like a noose that gets tighter and tight...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & SubstitutionHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2019
1 points

There are many helpful techniques that can improve stuttering. Since speaking is a complex process and each one of us has a different history of stuttering and has developed their personal brand of be...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceTherapy & Professional
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 21, 2019
1 points

First to comment. I find group settings to be the perfect training ground for your stutter. It forces you to project your voice. To have to come to terms with having to show and talk with confidence. ...

School & WorkEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Public SpeakingHope & MotivationFluency Techniques+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 21, 2019
1 points

Hey! So that is so nerve wrecking.. I know it can be so intimidating in front of all those people, and I don't know the answer but a few tips would be to: not look down when you have to say your name ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 21, 2019
2 points

Fighting unbeatable monster isn't an intellegent nor brave behaviour. Stuttering isn't curable so far, " unbeatable" .However, Stuttering can be tamed\controlled . Understanding the essence of the pro...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationFluency Techniques