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commentr/StutterJun 20, 2023
2 points

Yes! Numbers are so hard for no reason. I work the cash register sometimes at my job and I frequently practice saying various totals I might need to tell the customer. "6.42, 4.58, 12.71, 27.18" warmi...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionPreparation & Rehearsal
commentr/StutterJun 20, 2023
3 points

I am a brave enough person, but stuttering prevents me from communicating normally with people, every dialogue equals humiliation.My dream is to be a history teacher and my goal for this year is to co...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesFrustration & Anger+2 more
commentr/StutterJun 20, 2023
1 points

You arent alone❤️ my dream job is also to become an Actor but my Stutter made me think that i couldnt become a actor so i pretended to wanna become a Chef. When i talk to people and i stutter i try to...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionPublic Speaking
postr/StutterJun 20, 2023
18 points

Just a few interview tips

Just a few interview tips I just had an interview today and it went well so I thought I would share some tips. A little background: I have 6 years of experience and have done quite well for myself car...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Preparation & RehearsalEmployment & CareerAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterJun 20, 2023
6 points

I am just like you. Mild enough that people think i’m nervous, but still bad enough to have traumatic experiences in crucial situations. When I’m tense or overthink before I have to talk it comes out ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringSeverity & Fluctuation+1 more
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
3 points

Consider disclosing that you stutter. Then it’s out there and you won’t have to worry about what happens if you stutter...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterJun 19, 2023
19 points

Need to just vent about stuttering

Need to just vent about stuttering I’ve always thought that if I didn’t have a stutter there are so many things I would be able to do or try. If I wanted to try acting I would never be able to make it...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Helplessness & AgencyAvoidance & SubstitutionQuality of Life
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
1 points

Yes and no. I have hired several people and everyone has their own hang ups. For example, a lot of people have crippling anxiety in interviews. Employers look for a reason to hire. Owning it and sayin...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & WorkSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & CareerDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
2 points

I'm a self employed remodeling contractor. My job requires communication, if I can't talk to my clients, I don't get jobs. I thought my stutter was severe but alot of my clients say they didn't even n...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilitySchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionSeverity & FluctuationEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
3 points

"finish his sentences" is very important i agree. its one of the reasons i get pressurized to try and get words out faster which makes the situation worse. no one has patience. and try to finish my s...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionRepetitions & Prolongations
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
2 points

🤣 my stutter is mild but gets worse with stress. As long as I plan ahead and reduce my anxiety, I'll be fine. And most communication will be done probably through email...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & Variability
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
1 points

Honestly, I just went with the flow like I knew I was stuttering so I tried to control it a bit but I didn’t let it disrupt my flow. As soon as you start focusing on your stutter, you become more anxi...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & Monitoring
commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
2 points

If it comes up naturally in conversation, yes. (For example, I recently told someone on Hinge that I was bullied for my stutter as a kid because it was relevant to the conversation at that time.) But ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others
postr/StutterJun 19, 2023
7 points

UPCOMING PRESENTATION NERVOUS!!!

UPCOMING PRESENTATION NERVOUS!!! I have an upcoming presentation as a master’s student, i do have all the facts and points but im so nervous about my stutter.. what do i do😔...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionPublic Speaking
commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
2 points

I'm the same as you, I hate opening up and talking about myself and I feel silly doing it to anyone I know. I don't like crying or expressing myself, I just wasn't raised like that but I know logicall...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
1 points

It’s such an amazing feeling to find someone who accepts you for who you are. I wish people are more understanding like your girl. I hate the feeling of being vulnerable that’s why I hold back maybe...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
2 points

Every time I try to bring it up I chicken out. Growing up I was never open with my feelings or liked sharing personal things about myself. But you’re absolutely right I have to bring it up to see if t...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
3 points

One of the main problems about we, as persons who tend to block, is that we are not just trying to solve the problem but we have demands. One of the demands is that no one get to know about our situ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
5 points

I had 5 relationships and everyone was respectful the last one said to me I love that you stutter that who you are, we can’t change that but we have to believe that we will find someone that will love...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionDating & RomanceDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
3 points

My stammer is the same and I only speak about it to one or two people. I would strongly urge you to tell him, he probably won’t even care that much. I’d also suggest trying to change your mindset and ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionDisclosure & Telling Others