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commentr/StutterJan 31, 2025
3 points

Wow, man!! Congrats! I see some similarities between us - reading aloud books though I also read words from a dictionary. You also accept that stuttering may be a part of life forever, and that is ok...

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commentr/StutterJan 31, 2025
3 points

Around 2 years. It's funny how, at the start of 2024, I set myself a goal to read publicly 5 times without embarrassing myself, and now it seems funny when I think about it. I improved so much during...

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commentr/StutterJan 29, 2025
2 points

I totally feel you. I've been in this scenario a lot and I've recently picked up the habit of saying that I am *really* bad at introductions. It usually takes a lot of the pressure away and people are...

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commentr/StutterJan 29, 2025
1 points

Hey, i have saved your video. There is huge bravery that most of the people do not have. I stutter also. And why are you thanking for waiting? If I may say “if there is a stupid bitch at a counter who...

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Frustration & AngerValidation & EmpathyDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJan 29, 2025
1 points

Hi! I would say Amgen! Because I started the interview with 'I do stutter, so kindly let me know if I am unclear at any point'. Hearing this, the interviewers happily greeted me. To my surprise, one o...

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commentr/StutterJan 28, 2025
1 points

There is a chance that she lied, but like 1%. Then there is 99% chance that her boyfriend does = have a stutter and it's just less severe than yours. I don't stutter much in low stakes situations, bu...

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commentr/StutterJan 28, 2025
2 points

Someone brought up a great point about dating profiles. Your profile should act as a way to filter out people you’re not compatible with. Disclose that you stutter on your profile. Anyone who swipes ...

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commentr/StutterJan 28, 2025
3 points

I have grown to accept that others will not understand so i don't care anymore. I will explain in depth to those close to me and employers though....

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Acceptance & PrideDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJan 28, 2025
3 points

I don’t have the best advice because I don’t have much experience dating after 18 because I was with my ex for 16 years, but I can share my experience. And I am also struggling now at 34. Dating apps ...

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commentr/StutterJan 28, 2025
3 points

- Some people stutter on certain situations and with certain people. Just... take it easy. - If you think you've been lied to, talk to her about it. Don't call her a liar directly. Tell her something ...

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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2025
1 points

How about doing this trick, if you ever stuttered with someone you never met before, just say with a smile “oh by the way I have a stutter”, their facial expressions will change instantly and smile ag...

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Disclosure & Telling OthersQuality of Life
commentr/StutterJan 27, 2025
11 points

Most of the guys I’ve dated have had a little joke about me stuttering, BUT as long as you have confidence you’re good. I felt like it limited me in high school because everyone was ignorant and calle...

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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2025
1 points

You can always type what u need to say in your phone under notes try different things until you feel comfortable speaking for me I have a stutter block on my name specially during introductions so I e...

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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2025
3 points

Disclose your stuttering, even if you stutter through the disclosure....

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commentr/StutterJan 26, 2025
2 points

I always try to remember that a lot of speech fluent people don't come into contact with stutterers much, so they're unsure how to act and don't want to be rude. If I'm stuttering, I pause to quickl...

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commentr/StutterJan 25, 2025
2 points

Thank you for the input. I really appreciate the advice. I try to use the same smile and tone I do with every else. I guess I worry it would make someone feel more self conscious if I’m reacting awkwa...

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Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJan 25, 2025
7 points

I've had servers and even fast food workers try to finish my sentences for me because they hear the first letter of the word I'm trying to say and can usually figure out what I'm trying to order. As f...

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commentr/StutterJan 25, 2025
1 points

I agree with the people telling you not to hide your stutter, make sure people know and use replacement words if necessary....

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commentr/StutterJan 25, 2025
2 points

deep breaths when you start to get frustrated!! I’ve learned that the more I try to force myself to get the words out faster I stutter way worse. I often find myself apologizing and always get told he...

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commentr/StutterJan 25, 2025
3 points

We all stutter differently. You can let the other person know that you stutter and it can take you a bit of time to say some things. When you state that, the other person won’t expect fluency from you...

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