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postr/StutterSep 17, 2025
3 points

Difficult stutter blocks (close to mute)

Difficult stutter blocks (close to mute) (Some thoughts I had) Well. I know there are degrees of stuttering and everything from mental health can affect it or vise versa. I find stuttering interestin...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2025
1 points

I've been experiencing recently and it came from my best friend...they said that to some people my stuttering is 'repelling' and that it requires a certain level of maturity to deal with me and ever s...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 17, 2025
2 points

literally the same for me. I'm 23. when someone puts me on the spot, I talk just fine but there's that one word, usually at the end of every sentence. sometimes even half way through I just go blank a...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringFeared Words & NamesShame & Embarrassment+1 more
postr/StutterSep 17, 2025
8 points

My Stutter is Confusing, Looking for Help.

My Stutter is Confusing, Looking for Help. Hey everyone, I’m 22 and I’ve been stuttering since I was a kid. I’ve seen a few doctors over the years, but nothing’s really worked. The way I stutter is a...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionShame & Embarrassment+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 16, 2025
2 points

I just talk to them and my stuttering just comes out. I am grateful that they dont tease me about it because I am really insecure about it😓...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterSep 16, 2025
5 points

stutter & employment

stutter & employment Hi! My first post here (25F). I’ve been long-term unemployed as a result of PTSD and I’m struggling to get a job. I make it through the written application, but when it comes to t...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 16, 2025
1 points

This is so me. My mouth shakes so much, I open it and nothing coherent comes out. I can see the other person's eyes glaze over. Its so frustrating and embarrassing. ...

Speech & StutteringEmotional Experience
Blocks & StoppagesPhysical TensionShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterSep 16, 2025
5 points

You will encounter some very embarrassing situations. You have to accept this, not be afraid of it. But remember that every embarrassing situation is a lesson and a step forward....

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftShame & Embarrassment
postr/StutterSep 15, 2025
13 points

I hate myself

I hate myself I recently managed to secure a corporate job but I have a condition called dysarthria which makes me stutter and slur some of my words and I just want to say how much I hate it and what ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentSadness & Hopelessness+3 more
commentr/StutterSep 15, 2025
3 points

I failed an interview once cause the manager said I don't have enough confidence to do retail sales. I have a ton of qualifications, but they are all null and void with this curse....

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Shame & EmbarrassmentHelplessness & AgencyEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 15, 2025
9 points

Im 31 and still stutter. Not as bad as I did when I was younger but its still a daily "struggle" (although I don't see it as a struggle ANYMORE) I was a very fearful kid growing up. I was always str...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Severity & FluctuationShame & EmbarrassmentAvoidance & Substitution+1 more
postr/StutterSep 15, 2025
50 points

I fuckin hate saying my name

I fuckin hate saying my name why is it so damn hard for me to say it?? Today in class we had to do an introduction round because there was a new teacher. I was sitting in the corner, sweating and shak...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesShame & EmbarrassmentFrustration & Anger+2 more
postr/StutterSep 14, 2025
18 points

Where does a stutterer even meet potential partners?

Where does a stutterer even meet potential partners? I’ve had a really bad stutter ever since my childhood. It’s led to me being really socially reclusive, as gradually as the years oasses the embarra...

Emotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentSadness & Hopelessness+2 more
postr/StutterSep 14, 2025
1 points

What do you recommend for stuttering? What method should I follow?

What do you recommend for stuttering? What method should I follow? Hello everyone, my stuttering is generally a blocked stutter. Friends, I have difficulty in pronouncing a word and I cannot pronounce...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionShame & Embarrassment+2 more
postr/StutterSep 14, 2025
15 points

How I experience stuttering and its impact on my life. Anyone can relate?

How I experience stuttering and its impact on my life. Anyone can relate? Stuttering prevents me from living fulfilling social interactions and enjoying positive life experiences. I notice this in thr...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringAvoidance & SubstitutionShame & Embarrassment+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 14, 2025
2 points

Sorry to hear that dear 😔 up to this day every time I share the fact that I stutter with my mom .. she ignores me like she isn't willing to believe it .. and she keeps telling people the story of how...

Emotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentFamily Support & Conflict
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2025
0 points

Yep I am called that as well all the time. I mean in a way we are retarded. Its not our fault but it is what it is. Terrible for a parent to say that tho. Some things are better not said...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingShame & Embarrassment
postr/StutterSep 13, 2025
8 points

Did disclosing my stutter cost me my dream job?

Did disclosing my stutter cost me my dream job? Hey everyone. Just joined today. Could use some advice. I've been a stutterer all my life. Some days it's mild and some days it's worse. I've learned ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentShame & Embarrassment+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 12, 2025
1 points

I posted my stuttering success story here yesterday. There is absolutely no reason I'm the world why you too could not benefit from this. A comment from a speech therapist confirmed this is indeed ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceMeds & Substances
Anticipating StutteringShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
postr/StutterSep 12, 2025
34 points

Being a stutterer at 23 years old

Being a stutterer at 23 years old My friends label me autistic. I've been made fun of my entire life. I've never been taken seriously by girls. I've never had a girlfriend before, and I fell into depr...

Emotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentSadness & Hopelessness+1 more