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commentr/StutterApr 18, 2020
6 points

I remember the nightmares you're talking about. I was 10 and I was wandering if I could ever become a doctor, an actor or doing any other job that involved quite a bit of talking. I remember feeling f...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentOverthinking & MonitoringHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2020
1 points

I can rap at a speed that most of my friends can't, and speak well enough that most people don't recognize that I have a stutter anymore....

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Situational VariabilityIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 17, 2020
2 points

Couldn’t talk until I was 18. Am 20 now still no bueno but who really cares it doesn’t represent me as a person. Mine is genetic so my kids are fucked as well :)....

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Genetic & Family FactorsIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 17, 2020
-1 points

Being successful in social, academic, athletic and professional settings. It’s a state of mind not a disability. Nut up or shut up. Edit: Tone of the message....

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-PerceptionMedicalization / Neurodiversity
commentr/StutterApr 17, 2020
1 points

I'd say writing, but I don't exactly think of it as talent. I'm passionate about it because it's where I can express myself more....

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2020
2 points

I think this is the definition of secondaries. hers are actually not bad, but they can be very distracting. There are a few things I definitely agree with her on, and some that I really wonder ho...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionMedicalization / Neurodiversity
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2020
1 points

Hey man, I've dealt with stuttering all my life. The anxiety that comes with not even being able to say my name correctly and even the stomach squeezing are things we have in common. I might not under...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringAdvice Requests+3 more
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2020
1 points

My stutter means that every interaction I have is real. I can't hide my imperfection. It means I care much less about other imperfections. It makes me more compassionate and empathetic to others....

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
1 points

A deeper voice sounds more alpha male or "person who is a leader". It also sounds more manlier and soothing(not that high voices cant). Ive received comments from people saying "You look like an adult...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
1 points

>we have it better than some people. Yes, we have it worse than most but it could be worse. It's just that you make it good or bad by overthinking it. To me, Stuttering is not a flaw in us, it's w...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
5 points

I have noticed that it has made me fearless of things that other people get stressed out about. For example, I have zero problem taking tests. As long as I dont have to speak, Im totally confident in ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterApr 15, 2020
9 points

has living with a stutter made u tough skinned? as in you are emotionless and are not easily offended?

has living with a stutter made u tough skinned? as in you are emotionless and are not easily offended? ...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
1 points

I wish I could say. I'm 42 and have had a stutter my entire life. Ups and downs of battling it. I think I just stopped blaming it for my short comings and made my skills undeniable. The confidence tha...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & MotivationEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
3 points

I’ve been through the public education system’s speech therapy program but really didnt help in high school, I hope too but we need to be strong and not let this define us, I have friends who see more...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Hope & MotivationIdentity & Self-PerceptionValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
31 points

I understand how you feel but it frankly isn’t a matter of deserving. There are people who are born blind and there are people who were tortured and eventually killed while serving and protecting our...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Helplessness & AgencyIdentity & Self-PerceptionQuality of Life
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2020
1 points

Interesting? I'm curious... What makes you think that deep voice= more respect? \[sorry if replied late my laptop got broken\]...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 14, 2020
1 points

If I didn't stutter I wouldn't have met all my friends who stutter. They have jobs like history teacher, scientist, nurse.. anything. It only holds you back if you let it. For me I feel like people...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & MotivationSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 12, 2020
2 points

**Just continue to love and support your son.** Try a good speech therapist that specializes in stuttering and recommended by other stutterers. Just remember that for some, stuttering won't go away en...

Emotional ExperienceTherapy & ProfessionalIdentity & Disability
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commentr/StutterApr 12, 2020
3 points

Your description of your son's stuttering sounds exactly how I would describe myself. For what it's worth, I am in my late 30s, have a good job, own a house, and am married with kids; i.e., life has t...

Causes & VariabilitySchool & WorkSocial & Relationships
Severity & FluctuationEmployment & CareerPublic Speaking+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 12, 2020
2 points

It depends. To be honest, your stutter is a part of you but it isnt YOU; accepting your stutter positively is the best think you can do. It isnt a disadvantage, its a fact of life. Having a stutter is...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceTherapy & Professional
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation+1 more