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commentr/StutterSep 26, 2021
2 points

It varies day to day, but there's no hiding it. Accepting that is kind of a big one. Trying hard to not stutter actually makes me stutter worse. When I use to meet new people I'd put a strong emphasis...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2021
7 points

I never did speech therapy as a kid, and it wasn't very affective as an adult but I'd say the best thing I gained is acceptance of myself as a stutterer and a few lessons in anxiety reduction. I'm no...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social JudgmentMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2021
3 points

I’m glad to hear it! You really have to be stubborn and just refuse to be held back. Rage against the dying light and will yourself to success. 💪💪 Choose your words carefully. A good attitude and k...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2021
2 points

Don’t do anything you’d regret. What helps me is knowing that other regular human beings who stutter(ed) just like me have overcame it. Whether it’s completely gone or they just stopped letting it hol...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterSep 25, 2021
76 points

Got my first job

Got my first job I got my first job in one of big 4 companies with a very good salary. After my masters degree I was trying for job from 4 months and I have stuttering from my childhood and naaw I am ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideEmployment & Career
postr/StutterSep 24, 2021
7 points

Speech Therapy and Support

Speech Therapy and Support Just really discovered this group and it crossed my mind to join it and post. I have lots of subjects I would like to touch on but for now I would like to get this out of th...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentExperiential AssociationValidation & Empathy+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2021
1 points

You’re right, I need to remind myself that there is always another time to share my thoughts and ideas, just have to be at peace with that and be kind to myself...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindfulness & BreathingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2021
1 points

Thank you for saying this, I love your attitude towards it, it’s infectious I must say. I want to embrace it too...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2021
13 points

As soon as I became comfortable with just saying I had a stutter, my stuttering got better....

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & PrideIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterSep 24, 2021
29 points

"Never label yourself as a person who stutters" Whats your take on this common advice?

"Never label yourself as a person who stutters" Whats your take on this common advice? I want to share my opinion on this. I was on a call yesterday with someone who stutters and he told me he is on...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentMindset shift+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2021
3 points

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. I don't have any magic advice that will help you talk with no problems. I think we all know that doesn't exist. And we've all felt how you're feeling right now. ...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Acceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. MaskingAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
3 points

I’ve always been extroverted and have had a mild to moderate stutter all of my life. Growing up my siblings made sure I didn’t use them as a crutch in public talking to strangers. I’m not the most tal...

Identity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Acceptance & PrideAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
1 points

The only thing that seems to help me is to not think about It. I know that's way easier said than done. But if I literally force myself to forget about worrying about it It just comes out like normal,...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilityMeds & Substances
Overthinking & MonitoringAcceptance & PrideRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
3 points

I just talk. I like people and I like talking to them. I like making them laugh and smile, both of which \*\*I\*\* do a lot. I'm now in retail, having lost my IT Sys Admin job due to covid. So I inter...

Identity & DisabilitySchool & WorkCommunity & Support
Acceptance & PrideEmployment & CareerHumor & Community Tone
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
4 points

I like how you fight back a little still. But Understandable about the avoiding though. I’m working on simply not apologizing after I stutter right now, I don’t owe anyone an apology for being myself....

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
7 points

This is amazing and you should be proud of yourself! I teach and create content and being in front of an audience has really helped me accept myself and my stutter. I still have bad days, we all do, b...

Identity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Acceptance & PridePublic Speaking
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
4 points

That’s awesome to hear, shows that you’re already conscious and on the way to feeling better. Maybe research law and the role it has in disability advocacy if at all interested, as you can be a cataly...

Identity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Acceptance & PrideAccess & Rights
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
4 points

I’m sorry about this. But I want to say that University gave me a new found confidence in myself and my stuttering. College tends to house a lot more open minded individuals, and it is a chance for y...

School & WorkIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
School & Academic LifeAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
2 points

You know, in reality no one really cares that you stutter and the sooner you understand it the sooner you you'll feel better. I've been stuttering for 13 years (I'm 17 currently) and it still isn't go...

Identity & DisabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceSocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideAvoidance & SubstitutionLoneliness & Isolation
commentr/StutterSep 23, 2021
2 points

Probably not helpful, but try and start your own business, do anything you enjoy. I have a removal company and a van hire company, its helped with my stutter massively because you have no choice bu...

Identity & DisabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Acceptance & PrideAvoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & Career