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commentr/StutterOct 11, 2021
5 points

I used to when I was ashamed of my stutter, now, I just record it, blocks and all. At this point in my life, life is too short to worry about that....

Identity & Disability
Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 11, 2021
1 points

Yeah that's really cringe, I would never do that, same for all my friends who stutter. It really does have a significant impact on our lives and isn't "cute" or "quirky". But to each their own, we a...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
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commentr/StutterOct 10, 2021
3 points

Not even remotely famous by any means, but I've stuttered my whole life and started making videos back in January. I maybe get like ten views maximum, but I love making videos, stuttering or not. You'...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Personal StoriesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 10, 2021
1 points

For me its been all about confidence and owning my stutter. I began a job this year where I have to talk over a radio and broadcast my voice to literally thousands of people. Is it pretty? No. Do I s...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterOct 9, 2021
6 points

No.Actually I'd be glad to introduce myself every single time and if my stutter is revealed,just don't give a fk about it and move on your introductions....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 9, 2021
5 points

Lol oh man would that knock them on their ass if they swapped places with us for a minute! That’s why I say people who stutter are stronger than most the amount of effort and determination we have to ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 9, 2021
3 points

I used to a lot growing up but not so much anymore doesn’t get me anywhere I have the feeling without my stutter I might have been an asshole...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & PrideIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 9, 2021
5 points

I’ve been lucky enough to have a loving girlfriend for the past 5 years. She loves and accepts my stutter and it doesn’t bother her ever. She even orders my food at restaurants❤️. If your girl is seri...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Dating & RomanceAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 9, 2021
2 points

I also felt that like that person. Kid with a stutter (which I tried to hide), coupled with other physical traits that weren’t the norm did not make a good combination. But I reached the stage where I...

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Acceptance & PrideMindset shiftValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterOct 9, 2021
3 points

I wouldn’t have my gorgeous wife and beautiful daughter. I probably wouldn’t have over-come confidence issues since I stopped giving two fucks about my stutter around 15 years old (along with everythi...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideMindset shift
commentr/StutterOct 6, 2021
3 points

Ok it is going to be a long post at 17 i went in a holiday in my home country and saw a no names therapist who taught me a technique that didnt even work i kept seeing him for one month The techniqu...

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Seeking TherapyVoluntary Stuttering & ExposureAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 6, 2021
5 points

Well, obviously, and the list can go on.. I wish I did not have to wear glasses, I wish I was taller, I wish I had no flat feet, I wish I...... I think I've accepted the stuttering fact, I think t...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideMindset shift
postr/StutterOct 6, 2021
19 points

I wish if i did not stutter!!

I wish if i did not stutter!! Yes it is a wish , but reality is i stutter that is the ultimate true , yes i don't like it but i have to accept reality , i did not ask for it , it just is Just ...

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Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterOct 5, 2021
7 points

Stutter Free while feeling confident

Stutter Free while feeling confident Hi, Does anyone of you who really stutter at normal times stop stuttering when you feel especially confident? Thanks....

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 5, 2021
5 points

I wish it was this easy man. But no I’ve never heard of that rule but if I’m pretty sure it only applies to breaking habits. Unfortunately stuttering is a psychiatric disorder and can’t be broken like...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & PrideVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure
commentr/StutterOct 5, 2021
2 points

You should be very proud of yourself, you had the courage to put your hand up in a class full of people you don’t know that well and put yourself in the spotlight. Many people within our shoes can’t d...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 5, 2021
3 points

Keep it up! No rational, decent person cares if you stutter. Say what you want to say....

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterOct 4, 2021
2 points

A really good way is to make up a name of a restaurant or bar that has your own name in it. So if your name is Michael, then we’ll say “Michael’s Bar and Grill.” Then go out into the streets in your c...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSocial & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesDisclosure & Telling OthersAvoidance & Substitution+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 4, 2021
14 points

I stuttered severely on my name. I practiced mirror work in the bathroom saying my name over and over and over again until I was exhausted........no more anxiety........no more fear........it became ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesPreparation & RehearsalHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 4, 2021
3 points

I find I get that rush of words and stutter when I'm starting a presentation then I usually chuckle and say "sorry, I stutter sometimes so be patient" then I'm good the rest of the way. It's like subc...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Disclosure & Telling OthersAvoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & Pride