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commentr/StutterOct 28, 2024
3 points

Sorry to hear that. That happens to me a lot. For times when it's possible, I ask not to speak and try and contribute in other ways. We all have strengths and weaknesses. Our struggles to speak should...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterOct 27, 2024
2 points

Outside of just being selfaware of my own mental and building myself up for positive interactions, knowing that awkward interactions has a charm themselves. .. Body language helps me a lot when I re...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & StutteringCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionPhysical TensionSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterOct 25, 2024
12 points

Alcohol gives you situational confidence, once it wears off you may go even deeper into the spiral. I suggest to face the situation, be confident and if you are comfortable disclose that you have a s...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyMeds & Substances
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterOct 24, 2024
1 points

Personally I think interviews are easy as long as they don't require you to have a higher education. A basic 9-5 job most people are capable of, so they should let me work for them regardless of how I...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/stutteringOct 22, 2024
1 points

This every single time!!! I just laugh and say no it’s a stutter.. never heard of it? Not surprised you look like an idiot😂😂😂...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 22, 2024
6 points

Be more open with your teacher and classmates you have a stutter. It’s very freeing. Laugh it off. Disarm the negative thoughts you have and anxiety you have about that moment....

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesHope & MotivationAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterOct 22, 2024
12 points

Just tell your teacher you have a stutter , I used to tell mine in high school and used to put my hand up...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterOct 21, 2024
1 points

I did it for 21 years stop worrying about it. If you get embarrassed tell them you stutter and move on....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 21, 2024
1 points

I did it for 21 years stop worrying about it. If you get embarrassed tell them you stutter and move on....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 21, 2024
6 points

Yeah! Talk to them about the disorder, what it is, what it does, what it’s like to live with it, etc!...

Coping & AdvocacyCommunity & Support
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesPersonal Stories
commentr/StutterOct 20, 2024
1 points

3. With companies now needing to have DEI hires many companies are offering guaranteed interviews if you have a disability. Use it to your advantage and slip in the line "I hope you can take a chance ...

School & WorkCoping & Advocacy
Employment & CareerSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterOct 18, 2024
1 points

I agree with ya..but if this shit keeps happening often eventually you get worn out from confronting. Especially if your working with idiots who think they're tough & don't want to back down in my exp...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterOct 18, 2024
2 points

I've dealt with this type of abuse all my life to the point where I'm so worn out from confronting ppl I either tell the boss to keep the asshole away from me or I just walk out..if your in a good job...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesStigma & BullyingEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterOct 18, 2024
0 points

It's not fair that you're being treated poorly, but it's also on you to make sure people treat you with basic civility. Having a speech impediment can make you feel like you're less than others, but I...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesStigma & BullyingEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2024
1 points

What I love to do in these situations is ask in person or via email “I’ve noticed you laugh at the way I speak. I’m not laughing with you and I find it very offensive. It’s obvious in my body language...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2024
2 points

It’s been years since anyone at the workplace has dared to even mention my stutter, and I think it’s because I’ve learned a valuable lesson about human nature: People like doing things that are easy....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2024
1 points

You think I'm going to stutter when we speak? Fuck you, I won't. This type of thinking helps me in this cases. I only got bullied at school, a few times luckily, but now I sometimes make a "weak" of ...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindset shiftSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2024
1 points

Finding a new job is NOT the answer because OP could have the same foolish behavior at their new place of work. I agree with reporting the behavior to your HR department and supervisor of you feel har...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2024
4 points

Don't stoop to their level. Just go above their head. What they are doing is harassment, and their superior and/or HR should be aware. Document and report the issue, and either they will resolve it --...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2024
7 points

Hi, I am sorry you are being bullied at your workplace. I can imagine how hard it must be for you. Our work forms a considerable part of our lives, and having a toxic work environment can really take ...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesEmployment & Career