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commentr/StutterJul 1, 2019
4 points

It can definitely be really effortful with a moderate to severe stutter to even communicate, like I'll have phone calls with family and after like 20-30 minutes I'll just be gassed. On the other hand...

Speech & StutteringSocial & RelationshipsMeds & Substances
Blocks & StoppagesQuality of LifeHelpful Med Outcomes+1 more
commentr/StutterJul 1, 2019
13 points

First, I'd probably cry for about an hour out of happiness for a wish granted and sorrow for time lost. Then I'd apply for literally every job that hasn't hired me because I stutter. After that,...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & WorkTherapy & Professional
Hope & MotivationEmployment & CareerCure Claims / Alt-Treats
commentr/StutterJun 30, 2019
3 points

Sometimes I think I'm too clever, assholish and sarcastic to deserve to be fully fluent so my stutter has tempered the bad side of my personality, but I think I'm old enough now where that shouldn't b...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterJun 30, 2019
3 points

I wish I was on the same boat but I would honestly give it up in a heartbeat and never look back....

Emotional Experience
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commentr/StutterJun 30, 2019
1 points

Damn man trust me life throws alot of shit at you, you just gott fight through ittoull make it man and have faitg in the lord and pray pray pray....

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commentr/StutterJun 30, 2019
2 points

It is. Having this thing has done zero good for me if I could take a pill to be forever cured I'd take it unhesitatingly....

Emotional Experience
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commentr/StutterJun 30, 2019
2 points

Agree 120% I am like this too, my first visit to a NSA meeting I was talking a lot and sharing a good bit to people I had just met, and the chapter leader was so shocked I had spoke so much, but I did...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterJun 30, 2019
3 points

I totally agree. Stuttering has made me want to talk to people, just to practice. I doubt I would be talking to people if I didn’t have a stutter. In fact, I’ve noticed I talk more than fluent peopl...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterJun 29, 2019
2 points

Everyone I have something to say that could help everyone as it’s helped me, I’m currently 15 and I have stuttered since I’ve been able to talk it’s been hard and has made me have some bad days but I’ve learned that it’s just a stutter, yes it’s annoying but life is to short (continued below)

Everyone I have something to say that could help everyone as it’s helped me, I’m currently 15 and I have stuttered since I’ve been able to talk it’s been hard and has made me have some bad days but I’...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
postr/StutterJun 29, 2019
14 points

Speak positivity into your life

Speak positivity into your life Just wanted to remind all of my fellow stutter pals that your stutter doesn’t own you. Life is too short to dwell on things you can’t control. You were put on this ear...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PridePreparation & Rehearsal
postr/StutterJun 28, 2019
52 points

Be Thankful

Be Thankful Tonight I went out to dinner with my wife to our favorite mexican place. Two tables down was a beautiful family: mom, dad, and twins. The twins were no more than two. The dad was deaf. The...

Community & SupportEmotional Experience
Validation & EmpathyHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterJun 28, 2019
1 points

I’ve found that when you’re hyper aware of it the stutter tends to get worse. All you can do is remain positive and talk talk talk. Never stop talking. Share your opinion and make phone calls. Learnin...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Hope & MotivationAvoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterJun 28, 2019
1 points

I for one think this is great and RELATABLE. 😂 Although I do agree that hyping yourself up for a call and having a positive frame of mind key. You can do anything you set your mind to. As cliche as...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationMindset shift
commentr/StutterJun 28, 2019
1 points

I don't think it's the only one. I also don't think anything is really socially acceptable, as if it's universally so. I also think a lot of people wouldn't dream of making fun of it. We don't need t...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterJun 27, 2019
2 points

Congratulations on your first of many more successes! Your marks were not solely because of your speech, but also because of the content and effort that went into it. If it were just flawless speech, ...

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commentr/StutterJun 26, 2019
3 points

That class changed my life in the most positive way I can imagine. Put me on a path that led to me basically being a professional public speaker. Fuck a stutter, I got shit to say....

School & WorkEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterJun 26, 2019
11 points

What a great post. It’s the victories like these that make life so sweet. Congrats again on a job well done!...

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commentr/StutterJun 26, 2019
3 points

For me, COM100 only had one speech. The speech for me went okay. My biggest flaw was my lack of eye contact. In your case, you might be required to give more speeches in which this class might actuall...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Preparation & RehearsalHope & Motivation
postr/StutterJun 26, 2019
57 points

I was the first full mark on a presentation he's given in 40 years of teaching.

I was the first full mark on a presentation he's given in 40 years of teaching. BEST. PRESENTATION. EVER. ​ So we had this presentation that is required for graduation, and we've been pr...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride+1 more
postr/StutterJun 26, 2019
25 points

I performed a poem AGAIN

I performed a poem AGAIN My stutter has been getting a lot worse in the last months :/ but this didn't stop me from performing a poem at a small school event. There were at least 70 people there and t...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride