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commentr/StutterDec 25, 2019
3 points

I also had a mean teacher in KINDERGARTEN! She humiliated me because I didn't understand how to properly use scissors. She was telling to me in front of the whole classroom that she would glue a paper...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentSchool & Academic Life+2 more
commentr/StutterDec 25, 2019
2 points

High school is the worst man. You just have to stick it out, tolerate what you have to and don't tolerate what you don't have to. High school was the worst years of my life but My life has got better...

School & WorkEmotional Experience
School & Academic LifeHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 25, 2019
3 points

Stuck it out mate! I probably can't say anything to make you feel better tight now but Everything changes with time....

Emotional Experience
Hope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 24, 2019
8 points

Thank you for your reply, I've just set it up and decided to try it, I don't want to disappoint my father and I won't give up now! I never bought an Alexa cause I was afraid that I would simply choke...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Hope & MotivationHiding & ConcealmentPreparation & Rehearsal
commentr/StutterDec 24, 2019
1 points

Woah i am really proud of you I am trying to conquer myself and get over it and i think im on the right path but there is a lot of work to do...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationMindset shift
commentr/StutterDec 23, 2019
1 points

All my life I've been quiet. Even around friends, I became much more shy in my later years of high school as I became more conscious of my voice. Then, I met a boy. He's a pretty standard rich white b...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCommunity & Support
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation+3 more
commentr/StutterDec 23, 2019
4 points

Im 18 and ive been stuttering since i was 5.My stutter is not that bad so i would never really tell ppl i stutter unless i felt like i could open up to them so alot of my friends didnt even know that ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & MotivationMindset shift
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
1 points

Thank you really... i never thought ill have a normal life, a girlfriend or even some happiness.. Im glad to hear that u are doing well... keep going mate...

Emotional ExperienceCommunity & Support
Hope & MotivationValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
2 points

Man i wish you the best... it can be hard sometimes but we cant give up because noone is gonna stand up for us besides ourselfves. Keep the hard work up and embrace your struggle...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
2 points

This community is full of us that are frustrated with our lives and the fact that we stutter. However, you can overcome it or dwindle it down to a small impediment. The first piece and most important ...

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Acceptance & PrideValidation & EmpathyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
1 points

Agreed. It definitely made me more driven. Also makes one more empathetic. I always think if I didn’t have it maybe I’d have turned out to be the monster my twin is. Still sucks tho....

Emotional ExperienceCommunity & SupportIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationValidation & EmpathyIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
1 points

I wouldn't say it stops you. I say it's abut perception. It's s bigger mountain to climb, sure in terms of success and goal achieving.... but it's not impossible....

Emotional Experience
Helplessness & AgencyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
1 points

That’s brutal, something like stuttering should not be picked on. I was lucky enough to not be bullied about it very much. I’m glad you’re doing well. I’m also at the point where I’ve just acted lik...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2019
1 points

Try having a severe stutter and an identical twin (without one) who is your worst bully ever about it. I’d give anything for a mild stutter as you describe. Despite it, I’ve achieved very well persona...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Severity & FluctuationFrustration & AngerHelplessness & Agency+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 21, 2019
2 points

Oh that's a good advice, thank you. Letting them know beforehand, might reduce some sort of burden I guess. And that's awesome, congratulations on your new job :)...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2019
2 points

Don’t feel bad man. I stutter on L’s a lot, (my name starts with L) and people ask me if I forgot my name all the time. It really hurts when it happens, but I had to learn to move on and know that I’m...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2019
1 points

I'm so sorry about that mate, hang on tight I seriously hope it would fade away with time for people like us....

Emotional Experience
Hope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2019
2 points

Wow I'm so sorry to hear that, yes it is very hard to lead a life with stuttering which fuels anxiety which further fuels stuttering and so on.... goddamit. But health problems coupled with stuttering...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Anxiety & Social JudgmentHope & MotivationMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2019
4 points

Depends on where you live, but in the US this is absolutely legal discrimination. I’m not sure if you have any recourse to get another interview for this specific job at this specific company, but I w...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingHelplessness & AgencyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2019
2 points

I recently secured an internship with my “dream” bank by being completely open about my stutter. I usually perform a lot better during in person interviews aswell however recruiters have their process...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesHope & MotivationEmployment & Career