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commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
3 points

It was years ago back in elementary school and our class was on a field trip we were playing and kind of exploring said exhibit area we went to. And there was this cashier/grocery like play area and t...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
3 points

I've been getting better at not stuttering but when I slip out once or twice and people mention/laugh about it, I'm back to 0. It kills my desire to talk at all......

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
10 points

I remember when I was asked to read aloud in front of the class, and I could see people hiding their laughs from the corner of my eye. It's traumatic to experience such things at a very young age....

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Trauma & PsychologicalShame & EmbarrassmentSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
9 points

One time a girl i talked to asked my friend if i was retarded (in front of me), after that i never approached another. (I have gf now, she initiated the whole relationship tho, otherwise id still be...

Emotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentDating & Romance
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
1 points

In my language some words sound similar, especially without certain parts. Once I had to read my essay for the whole class and instead of "A passenger had" I said "A passenger's poop" because I couldn...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Shame & EmbarrassmentSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
3 points

I was bullied my whole life. I remember most of it. The worst of it doesn't feel real. I know it actually happened but it feels more like a dream. Its hard to explain. Its like my brain knows I couldn...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentStigma & BullyingLoneliness & Isolation
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
3 points

Yeah that's exactly what I was thinking about. Being bullied happened way later to me (actually they didn't care about my stutter, it wasn't related) and sadly I do remember that :( Don't wish that o...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentStigma & BullyingLoneliness & Isolation
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
1 points

I absolutely hate introducing myself, I try to avoid it at all costs. I’m getting better at it, I have to meet new parents from my son’s school, but I just hate it so much....

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
2 points

Giving a presentation or a speech and stuttering infront of the whole class. So the classmates think that you didn't even practiced for it but in reality I prepared for it damn well....

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Anticipating StutteringShame & EmbarrassmentPublic Speaking
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
2 points

projects in school. especially when i ws in middle school with a big class. i would cry to my parents to let me stay home and go into homeschooling. yes,it was bad....

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterSep 20, 2025
14 points

one day, he'll be in hell. and the climate there is really bad. fire everywhere. Day 100 in hell. he is so thirsty. He's been looking for water all day. Finally, he spots an angel with a cup of wat...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2025
7 points

I have many lol but one of the worst was being part of a club in high school and needing to introduce myself on stage in front of the whole school. Comes to my turn to say my name and I couldn’t get i...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Feared Words & NamesShame & EmbarrassmentSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2025
4 points

Number 2 and 4 are so real to me. Whenever I enter a new class, I always have to present myself like my name or the answer or question to something and when its my turn to speak, i know what im going ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringFeared Words & NamesShame & Embarrassment+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2025
1 points

Stuttering made me lose confidence which kinda of affected my life, I get this weird reactions from people when i stutter so i have to think twice before socializing, sometimes makes me feel like a lo...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2025
10 points

Interview on national TV!!! I still die of cringe thinking about it. People still bring up how they found my business because of it....

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Shame & EmbarrassmentStigma & BullyingPublic Speaking
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2025
19 points

it doesnt happen as much anymore mainly cuz i completely avoid social interactions now a days, but by far my worst memories goes back to my early school years. My teachers would pick me to read, solve...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Shame & EmbarrassmentStigma & BullyingSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2025
27 points

Yep its crazy. I was at the job interview for a member of a kitchen staff and soon as I stuttered it was over. My job is to cook the food, not talk to it. I wouldn't even need to talk at this job. Th...

School & WorkEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Employment & CareerShame & EmbarrassmentHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterSep 18, 2025
40 points

Don’t internalize someone’s immature behavior. She’s not going to pick it up from being around you. Maybe she previously dealt with speech issues or has some underlying insecurities. You aren’t ruinin...

Community & SupportEmotional Experience
Validation & EmpathyShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2025
8 points

I used to get really upset reading comments like that online. But over time I’ve become desensitized, and honestly, not caring anymore feels so liberating...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureMindset shiftShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2025
1 points

For me, that was the real turning point. I wanted to feel as free with others as I do when I’m alone with myself. To get rid of shyness, shame, guilt, insecurity, and the constant worry about what oth...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Authenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-PerceptionAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more