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commentr/StutterDec 21, 2018
1 points

Hey, the most effective therapy I've used has been really recent- through a website called [www.speakforless.com](https://www.speakforless.com) . i also have a low to mild stutter, there devices work ...

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commentr/StutterDec 19, 2018
1 points

Find a good speech pathologist. Work on breathing before you sound out a word, timing, and coordination of your breath with your vocal cords. Hard to explain outside of therapy....

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commentr/StutterDec 13, 2018
2 points

Thank you!! Here is a link to the Ted talk that got me to google it further. Hopefully it can help some others!! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1sgb2cUqFiY ...

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postr/StutterDec 13, 2018
57 points

I just nailed a phone interview!! Been using diaphragmatic breathing and it has helped a lot

I just nailed a phone interview!! Been using diaphragmatic breathing and it has helped a lot I’ve had a phone interview (for a position I really want) scheduled since last week, so I’ve had a lot of t...

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Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingPreparation & Rehearsal+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 12, 2018
2 points

Because you say you are breathless during conversing and stuttering, you may want to try diaphragmatic breathing. I know this may not be an end all be all “fix” but it has helped me a lot! Google diap...

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commentr/StutterDec 10, 2018
2 points

Yeah, gotta agree with this one, stuttering is not directly linked to breathing/irregularities, but studies show that properly regulated breathing can reduce stuttering to a great extent. &#x200B...

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commentr/StutterDec 10, 2018
2 points

Many speech therapists will have you practice breathing from your diaphragm. While it’s not a sure-fire cure, breathing well relaxes your muscles and allows you to ease into your words rather than for...

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commentr/StutterDec 10, 2018
1 points

There's no evidence stuttering is a breathing issue. It doesn't fit if you consider it. Happy OP found some relief. I'd be interested in hearing about your progress in a month or so. ...

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commentr/StutterDec 10, 2018
4 points

I've recently been thinking that my stutter is actually heavily connected to my breathing, but I've just never fully realized it. I've only recently had the conscious idea to take a deep breath whenev...

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postr/StutterDec 10, 2018
19 points

found out my severe heavy stutter was because of non-diaphragmatic breathing a few weeks ago.

found out my severe heavy stutter was because of non-diaphragmatic breathing a few weeks ago. diaphragmatic breathing is the way normal people breath, through the diaphragm, which is a muscle. do some...

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commentr/StutterDec 10, 2018
1 points

Like what everyone said. You just need to practice. My therapist told me that it's best to just call places and practice talking. Or pretend you have a menu in front of you and you're ordering. It may...

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commentr/StutterDec 8, 2018
1 points

Reading slowly might be a simplification my speech therapist used a technique to basically make me talk really slowly and retrain my voice back up to a normal speed. Meaning I basically have two voice...

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commentr/StutterDec 7, 2018
4 points

Reading slowly is questionable advice. You should get a different therapist. One thing you may want to practice is what is called gentle onsets. And the technique is a little different depending on...

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commentr/StutterDec 7, 2018
7 points

This is all very common. Starting sentences is often when the hardest blocks happen. The bad news is there is no fast cure. You should start seeing a speech therapist. They will teach you techniqu...

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commentr/StutterDec 7, 2018
2 points

Have you tried making different vowel sounds out loud(like loud) to warm up your vocal cords ? This is an over looked technique but has some daily relief. ...

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postr/StutterDec 6, 2018
2 points

Does speaking from the diaphragm really help a stutterer?

Does speaking from the diaphragm really help a stutterer? I have a really severe stutter that prevents me from having conversations like everyone else. Always had the stutter but off late its because ...

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Fluency TechniquesSituational VariabilityLoss of Control
commentr/StutterDec 3, 2018
1 points

Practice in front of the mirror or video tape yourself. Call random stores or businesses and talk about an item or anything really but try to introduce yourself. It’s easier to see what you’re doing w...

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commentr/StutterDec 3, 2018
1 points

Good point, do you have any suggestions? I can practice saying my name 100 times before I make a phone call (or receive one) but when the time comes I still stutter. Maybe I should get someone to ca...

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commentr/StutterDec 3, 2018
1 points

I also feel like that sometimes . Practicing the words that are difficult helped me a little it might help you also .Practice the difficult words by saying the first letter aloud and then say the who...

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postr/StutterDec 3, 2018
9 points

Feeling Down. Don't know what to do :(

Feeling Down. Don't know what to do :( I don't know what to do. This year I have been trying to adapt a change about my stutter and I have made some changes but they're not big enough changes to reall...

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