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commentr/StutterJun 10, 2020
1 points

I'm late replying to some of these comments but just wanted to say thanks, and I find your advice helpful. It is easy to fall into an "all or nothing" mentality. Many of us grew up imagining that one ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideMindset shift
commentr/StutterJun 10, 2020
6 points

I joined this group when my brother (who stutters) used my phone to look at this a while back but I didn’t leave the group. I just want to give a point of view of someone who doesn’t stutter at how cr...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure+2 more
commentr/StutterJun 10, 2020
3 points

Wow I really relate to everything you’ve expressed here! I’m 33 and have stuttered since I was about 4. I’ve hidden it using the same tactics as you from almost everyone I’ve met except for a couple v...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
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commentr/StutterJun 9, 2020
1 points

Self love is integral. Would agree 100% that would affect your speech. What have you done to work on that? Since you know it's a major influence...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Acceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social JudgmentOverthinking & Monitoring
commentr/StutterJun 9, 2020
2 points

I work in the medical field and am also a stutterer. I have similar fears at times, but I remind myself that people pass on much more life-threatening or debilitating diseases to their children. Thing...

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commentr/StutterJun 9, 2020
2 points

Oh my god, yes, thats right. I still stutter with mask but my self confidence during a chat is so much higher....

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Hiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJun 8, 2020
2 points

It's easier to be open about stuttering when the surroundings are good and decent about it. But not all people are like that. We should focus on those that are, though. It's important to pay attention...

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Validation & EmpathyMindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJun 6, 2020
2 points

I just finished drafting a college essay on the same topic about a week ago too! There are many different facets to this topic, but I think it's crucial to portray your speech impediment as either a s...

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Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & PrideMindset shift
commentr/StutterJun 6, 2020
2 points

I've learned how to be patient with myself and I've learned how to power through something that's difficult. I've learned not to hate myself for it but instead recognize that it's an opportunity for p...

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commentr/StutterJun 6, 2020
2 points

I have a stutter, and I feel very very privileged. I’m in the same bracket as George VI (last king if England) Sir W.Churchill, Darth Vader, Bruce Willis, Tiger Woods and Mr.Bean. You don’t understa...

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commentr/StutterJun 5, 2020
3 points

Congrats. There will be good and bad days. Acceptance and confidence are a big part of having more good days than bad....

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commentr/StutterJun 5, 2020
1 points

Actually I'm a stutterer but that's not me. Rule 1 is to love and respect yourself I got so many people laughing at me when I speak especially in school but I never felt offended or get harmed becaus...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterJun 4, 2020
2 points

We love you and understand. You are perfect in every way, especially your stutter, otherwise you wouldn’t be here with us. Don’t wish it away, it is your gift....

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Acceptance & PrideValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterJun 4, 2020
1 points

I feel your pain, truly. For a long time and even a little now I have felt hopeless and worried about how people will view me when I open my mouth. I wish there was an easy answer to overcome this, bu...

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commentr/StutterJun 4, 2020
2 points

Hey man, 30 year old stutterer here. Look, if you're part of this club, it is what it is. Sometimes you're going to stutter, sometimes you won't. Here's the thing - the insecurity and constant worry...

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postr/StutterJun 4, 2020
5 points

How I deal with my Life-long Stutter

How I deal with my Life-long Stutter Hey all, Long-time lurker, first time poster. I've struggled with a stutter for as long as I can remember. It seems to come and go, and takes on many different ...

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postr/StutterJun 4, 2020
89 points

Don't let your stutter hold you back from your day to day life. Don't allow it to keep you back from doing things you love.

Don't let your stutter hold you back from your day to day life. Don't allow it to keep you back from doing things you love. ...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJun 4, 2020
3 points

This. Also don’t be afraid to stutter. Trying to find ways around it is what contributes to it. Just let it happen....

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commentr/StutterJun 3, 2020
2 points

I can relate, I’ve always had my stutter and being a bit of an introvert already it didn’t help having a stutter for people to remark about. I’ve slowly gotten better but sometimes I still don’t want ...

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commentr/StutterJun 3, 2020
9 points

Acceptance is key. So you have a stutter, that doesn’t take away from your value as a person. Living with a stutter can be frustrating, but don’t let it ruin your confidence, you are still capable and...

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