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postr/StutterOct 17, 2018
27 points

If you could cure your stutter today, would you?

If you could cure your stutter today, would you? My mom just came and talked to me about some Steve Harvey video she saw of him telling a young woman he could sure her stutter. I’m a skeptic so idk if...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideMindset shift
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2018
10 points

Came here to say this. For some twisted fate reason, girls I've met have found it cute. But I'm so warped from being taunted about it as a kid that I found this fact difficult to accept so when a girl...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 17, 2018
0 points

In highschool I would fake my stutter a little to pad out presentations cause no teacher would mark you down for having a stutter. My friends in the class were aware and found it hilarious EDIT: OK I...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 16, 2018
9 points

I haven't get that lucky in those escenarios, For me as a benefit it helps to identify people how are assholes and people that could be good friend, at least in high school, helping getting a solid fr...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 16, 2018
4 points

There was a post in here recently asking if you could pay to say one word perfectly every time what would it be. Pretty much everyone said their name. You are not alone mate ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
5 points

Awesome! I wrote an entrance essay about my stutter, and how it has impacted my life, but also shaped me to be more patient, socially adept, and confident despite what social norms might dictate about...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
6 points

It’s definitely super tough. My speech has gotten a lot better over years but I still feel the same anxiety in terms of joining conversations or saying exactly what I want to say (sometimes I’ll just ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterOct 15, 2018
18 points

Wanting to join a conversation but can’t

Wanting to join a conversation but can’t It really sucks when you want to join a conversation but you mentally and physically can’t. I have the words in my head and I know exactly what I want to say b...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesAvoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
2 points

honestly mate i don't think people will care if you explain your stutter, if anything i think it commands respect. just don't present it in a sad way if you get me....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
3 points

This is an excellent response! I want to double down on the suggestion to be open and up front about your stutter as soon as possible in life. Maybe you already are but I was ‘covert’ or attempted t...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
2 points

I know this might be a controversial response, but in a higher education setting especially as a first year student you might consider incorporating your stutter into the presentation. Whether it be ...

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Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 14, 2018
13 points

I have an alternative idea that might help you get through this and could maybe be therapeutic in a way: what if your "drawing about you" had to do with your stuttering? So you go up and present on ho...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
6 points

OP here’s some tough advice; you’re using your stutter as an excuse to not talk to this girl. Will some people not like you because of your stutter? Yes. Some people also won’t like if you if you’re s...

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Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
3 points

I’m a 20 year old woman and i stutter pretty bad and most guys(and girls) find it cute for some reason. The right girl for you won’t give a flying fuck about your stutter. If you shoot your shot and t...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Identity & Self-PerceptionDating & Romance
commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
3 points

Let the girl know you stutter. It's a very small part of you, if you focus on your stutter so much in those situations you don't allow yourself to show the full you. Ive been in a relationship for ov...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Disclosure & Telling OthersDating & RomanceIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
11 points

You are more than your stutter. You have a lot to offer. ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
9 points

Shoot your shot! Stutter or no stutter you have to put yourself out there and I know it’s embarrassing and nerve racking at times but you being able to walk up to a girl or person in general and openl...

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Dating & RomanceHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterOct 13, 2018
10 points

Question for people in relationships

Question for people in relationships How were you able to connect with someone? And what did you do in spite of your stutter? I'm in high school and I like this girl but I'm pretty fucking shy. I feel...

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Dating & RomanceAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterOct 12, 2018
1 points

Oh man overcoming your stutter is a life long journey. I am no where close. I am 21 and still have a longgggg way to go. Tips, realizing it is a huge part of you, but not letting it define you. Not le...

Identity & DisabilityCauses & Variability
Identity & Self-PerceptionCycles & Randomness
commentr/StutterOct 12, 2018
2 points

wow good stuff and i created this post hoping to get some insight from the female perspective which you did such a great job shedding light on. i would agree with you that the "safe" stuttering spaces...

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Identity & Self-PerceptionValidation & Empathy