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commentr/StutterJul 16, 2016
12 points

I think most people don't have a clue, and as a result don't think about our stuttering. No one cares or thinks about stuttering as much as us. ...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 13, 2016
2 points

I do think "rather easily" is a bit of a stretch, but i agree do a degree. And to correct i do not say its not a real issue, although i admit the respons implies it. 98% of the issues is caused by th...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 13, 2016
3 points

You're right, the analogy was somewhat flawed because obesity is a self caused condition. A condition that can be overcome rather easily with strong enough willpower. A stammer on the other hand is a ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Helplessness & AgencyIdentity & Self-PerceptionStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterJul 13, 2016
2 points

What changed internally while speaking fluent and while stuttering? Like beliefs perceptions etc Did you get a job promotion? did you learn to finally express yourself after not being yourself for...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 13, 2016
2 points

I think most stutteres catch up on stuttering pretty fast. And that is kinda the point of the post. I had no idea coverts were so embarrassed about it. I think the obese analogy is really far out the...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterJul 13, 2016
3 points

Real weird Stuttering

Real weird Stuttering Hello everyone, im new to this subreddit but i would like to share my experience and hopefully get some of your opinions on the matter. Ive been stuttering since i was 16 years...

Causes & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Severity & FluctuationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 13, 2016
1 points

> I may sound like a prick or an asshole for the weird voice intonation but at least I'm fluent. Its weird how we think that being a fluent speaker is more important that being an asshole....

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 12, 2016
3 points

I think it's a good idea. The NSA has tons of great stuttering shirts. The people I see comfortable enough to wear them out has a greater sense of ownership and empowerment about who they are and bein...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 7, 2016
1 points

Nah man. I use to not even be able to say a word. I told myself I had a "severe stutter". Go and put yourself out there, don't stay in your comfort zone. There are people, living proof that it is pos...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Hope & MotivationIdentity & Self-PerceptionOverthinking & Monitoring+1 more
commentr/StutterJul 7, 2016
6 points

It's borderline impossible to appear as confident when you have a severe stutter though....

Identity & DisabilitySpeech & Stuttering
Identity & Self-PerceptionPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterJul 7, 2016
3 points

I don't agree to this at all. If you have a skill you're really good at, and go in for an interview confident you will get the job. As someone who stutters and recently graduated from college. Three d...

School & WorkEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Employment & CareerHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 6, 2016
1 points

Thank you, it really seems like a confidence thing more than anything with us stammerers. When I was working I could call up the tax man etc (with someone I knew present) no problems.. Now I can't ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterJul 5, 2016
3 points

I scored fairly high on one of those online tests. I'm almost certain that it was because of my social anxiety which is caused by my stutter....

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Anxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 5, 2016
1 points

Stuttering and Aspergers aren't linked together. However the mental struggle with stuttering can influence the Aspergers testresults. Did you do a selftest or certified test taken by a professional? I...

Identity & DisabilityCauses & Variability
Identity & Self-PerceptionTrauma & Psychological
commentr/StutterJul 3, 2016
6 points

6 Minutes of humblebrag, then spewing out "Mastery" and being "responsible". Its all about them, not about the topic. Just bragging. Theyre positive, look good and make tons of content but it doesnt...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Humor & Community ToneIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 3, 2016
1 points

My problem is that people find me nervous when I stutter even though I more than often am not. I assume that they automatically assume I am scared shitless and therefore stutter, which ofcourse gives...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Anxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJul 2, 2016
1 points

It's a little upsetting, I think I stopped as a kid because I never payed much mind to it and kids minds can change and adapt better. As an adult I feel like it's only a problem because I always think...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Overthinking & MonitoringIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJun 30, 2016
5 points

As a 30 year old dude with a stutter, "this" is not it. I've been stuttering for 26 years and it has really, really sucked. I know that I don't need to tell that to anyone here. Life with a stutter is...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Severity & FluctuationAvoidance & SubstitutionIdentity & Self-Perception+2 more
commentr/StutterJun 30, 2016
2 points

I think it has to do with identifying with people who have the same attributes to you. Like for example if most stutterers I knew had no attributes similar to mine, I may feel a bit out of place, but ...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Identity & Self-PerceptionFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterJun 29, 2016
1 points

See, here's the thing. We are stuck with a speech habit that cannot be cured. At best it can be controlled to varying degrees but not completely cured. It impairs our lives to an extent we let it. Thi...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation