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commentr/StutterFeb 24, 2020
1 points

The harsh truth of it all is that we can't tell you a sure way to "cure" this. However, we can tell you that change starts small. And if you feel you really need help before destroying yourself, seek ...

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Hope & MotivationSeeking TherapyQuality of Life
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
2 points

Im 17 and I've been stuttering my whole life. Honestly my best advice for getting over the low self esteem is to understand that it is something you cannot help. Its out of your control so you should...

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commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
1 points

Hello brother, I say you are my brother because we are in the EXACT same situation. I am also 23 and have experienced everything you just mentioned, almost as if I had written it myself. If you ...

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commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
1 points

I have been where you are and I want to tell you that you will get through this. There are great international organizations such as Stamily.org that can be of support for you. You also have us in t...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationMindfulness & BreathingFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
6 points

I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way. I assure you things will get better and you will find yourself. It sounds like you need to go to therapy and I think it could be very beneficial for you. No m...

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Hope & MotivationSeeking Therapy
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
1 points

I definitely understand. It sucks when something has the power to alter your decisions that much. Whatever you do I wish you the best of luck and I hope you get over this one day and have a good lif...

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Hope & MotivationQuality of Life
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
2 points

Okay so after a year and half of therapy, I can confidently say that in my case atleast, the confidence gained by these exercises, proving to myself that I really can speak without stuttering (Albeit ...

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commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2020
3 points

Therapy (regular therapy not speach therapy) helped me tremendously with my stutter. Although most of my progress has came from self practice,working through past trauma and other experiences with a p...

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commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2020
4 points

Note that stutter varies a lot, so what you're experiencing is quite normal in that regard. It's not a matter of practice or a failing on your part - it's just stutter variance. Speech therapy is kno...

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commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2020
7 points

I would take the money and go to a regular therapist. Talk about why it suddenly started bothering you, work through insecurities (old and new), and get yourself in a better place mentally. Being ab...

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Advice RequestsAnxiety & Social JudgmentHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 21, 2020
1 points

Yes that's pretty much it. I did become comfortable in the uncomfortable by actively putting myself in those types of situations and by working on my attitude and confidence my anxiety about those sit...

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commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
1 points

I am a National Trainer and I speak in front of 100 to 900 medical professionals. I have a moderate stutter and I always disclose before I speak. I also turn my Anxiety and Fear into EXCITEMENT!!! ...

School & WorkCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Public SpeakingStress & Fight/FlightHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
3 points

Most girls think my stutter is "cute" but that's all good with me! Managed to find a stunner of a girlfriend despite my stutter and she supports me 100% hold on to her bro she's gonna be worth it!...

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postr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
19 points

Count every win

Count every win Yestrday i was with my first gf (i have 17 years) and i stuttered so bad, like 5 second to say one word and i got it and she gave me high five and told me good job😅😁 Whem i am around...

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commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
2 points

I can relate and I was in the same position when I was your age . I can promise you it gets better but it’s going to take some work on your part . You have to put yourself in the situations that give ...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Hope & MotivationHiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
11 points

Heck yes!!! But I keep doing it because I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and gaining confidence every time I do it. You can Google "My Stuttering Life YouTube " and see me keep cringing........

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commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
3 points

Same here. School was rough for me as a moderate stutterer. In college, it became less severe. The key is focusing on living and not your stutter. This helped me alleviate much anger and distress...

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commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
4 points

I think that stutter or not, for most introverted types of people , a job where you are in the phone a lot or deal with the public is draining. There’s even a limit for extroverts. I’m on the phone da...

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Employment & CareerHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
7 points

Rewarding. Even though you stutter, being able to provide valuable information that helps the other person on the phone will make you feel better about your stutter. I do a little technical support at...

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commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2020
3 points

Made me more personable and understanding of others. It hasn’t been all bad; it’s helped me grow into the person that I am now, which has been pretty worthwhile, honestly. I definitely hated it when I...

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