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commentr/StutterApr 5, 2023
2 points

This is a little off topic but shrooms have helped me tremendously. I had some issues I didn't know about and they helped me resolve or at least deal with them better. That allowed me to be more confi...

Meds & SubstancesIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Psychedelics & MicrodosingAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 5, 2023
8 points

Do you feel social concerns or you're getting along with them? My humble advice is: don't practice to stop stuttering. Practice for stuttering freely. My current therapist once said to me "if you cam...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterApr 5, 2023
25 points

The awkward smile

The awkward smile I'm sure we've all gotten that awkward smile from people who we were talking to and started stuttering and they just started giving you that awkward uncomfortable smile... Or the "...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2023
2 points

I've (43M) been there so many times, it is a part of who I am. Some dips are brutal. Despite so many dips, with the possibility of more in the future, there have been good times. Went on a kick for ab...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideShame & Embarrassment
postr/StutterApr 4, 2023
4 points

Tips to improve stuttering according to a PhD researcher (Do we stutter more because of perfectionism? Is the main problem (causing speech blocks) that we concern over mistakes and doubts about our actions? Tips to outgrow stuttering as an adult.)

Tips to improve stuttering according to a PhD researcher (Do we stutter more because of perfectionism? Is the main problem (causing speech blocks) that we concern over mistakes and doubts about our ac...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Overthinking & MonitoringShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2023
5 points

Well written and thanks for sharing. The one thing I’ve realized is that my stutter is likely NOT going anywhere. After that realization, I have options: 1. Kill myself, 2. Live depressed bc of endle...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSuicidal Ideation & High DistressMindset shift
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2023
3 points

None of these for me ...... have tried all kinds of speech techniques (quite diligently) for 40 years of my life... nothing stuck, nothing worked more than few days or few weeks. Only thing that def...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSuicidal Ideation & High DistressShame & Embarrassment+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 3, 2023
13 points

This was my life for 35 years until enough was enough. Once I stopped caring what other people thought of my stutter, something changed in me and I began to live my life on my terms, not anyone els...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Acceptance & PrideHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 3, 2023
8 points

Great post! Absolutely, self-acceptance is hard but we should aim for it regardless, in order to break out of the vicious circle. **In my opinion**: self-acceptance is the ability to embrace and love...

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Acceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social JudgmentShame & Embarrassment+1 more
postr/StutterApr 3, 2023
17 points

glad so have found this subreddit

glad so have found this subreddit im a 20 yo who has been stuttering since i was about 6-7. my entire life has revolved arround my stuttering and had been a huge burden on me. school was always stre...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentShame & EmbarrassmentHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 3, 2023
2 points

Keep pushing OP start with self love and embracing the stutter...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure
commentr/StutterApr 3, 2023
1 points

This is the way. I have stuttered since childhood, but always wanted to work in public affairs. I went to college in DC to pursue my goals and stuttered throughout college, but never let that stop me....

School & WorkIdentity & Disability
Employment & CareerAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 3, 2023
2 points

It happens, gotta hang onto the feeling and mental state u have when it's good as long as u can, figure it out, figure out how to get back there, or stay there...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
postr/StutterApr 2, 2023
13 points

The only way through (What changed the game for me)

The only way through (What changed the game for me) Disclaimer: everyone’s experience is different, there is no guarantee what works for one works for all. I’ve stuttered my entire life, always thou...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 2, 2023
5 points

Just let go and talk. Be unbothered by your stutter. The less I cared, the better it got....

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 2, 2023
26 points

I stuttered for 65 years and I'm now fully recovered. I sought psychotherapy for a lifelong major depression and while examining my childhood, I realized I’d been dealing with anger and resentment bec...

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Trauma & PsychologicalAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 2, 2023
16 points

Not letting it control you. Easier said than done, I know from experience. However, your stutter may improve significantly if you’re not obsessing over the fact that you MAY stutter. It’s helped me as...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 2, 2023
34 points

You have a mild stutter which shouldn’t pose much a problem in any workplace—even nursing. I’m a Lieutenant for the Air Force and have a severe stutter (like 65% of syllables). I have to talk in front...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterApr 1, 2023
4 points

Has mindfulness improved your stuttering?

Has mindfulness improved your stuttering? [Mindfulness](https://www.stammeringresearch.org/mindfulness.pdf) can **improve stuttering** in many ways: 1. Reduces Stress 2. Reduces the Meaning of unhelp...

Coping & AdvocacyCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Mindfulness & BreathingStress & Fight/FlightAcceptance & Pride+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 1, 2023
2 points

You’re right, it’s time to accept and do a little reflection. One day at a time. Thank you this really means a lot. 💙🥹...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride