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commentr/StutterFeb 4, 2018
2 points

This is tough - your client is a little boy, and that's very different from treating an adult who has probably stuttered for 20+ years. I think your best bet is to try to boost his self esteem and jus...

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commentr/StutterFeb 4, 2018
2 points

I know people are in disbelief about this. My stutter did actually lessen during my NoFap streak. Though, I think it was because I gained more confidence after starting. May be solely because I stoppe...

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commentr/StutterFeb 3, 2018
2 points

This is all I have to say on the topic: Yes there are legitimately real benefits to NoFap. That are sure to help both men and women in life. Although it's bold to say that this one thing can stop a ...

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postr/StutterFeb 2, 2018
31 points

Participated in a model UN debate and dominated the conversation. Feeling proud :)

Participated in a model UN debate and dominated the conversation. Feeling proud :) Moderate stutterer(every third senetence). Fuck I'm so happy. I spoke more times then I can remember to count in fron...

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commentr/StutterFeb 1, 2018
1 points

Well, start with small steps and slowly increase the effort. For a long lasting change you'll need three things: effort, time and most importantly consistency. If you are as lazy as I was few year...

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commentr/StutterJan 31, 2018
1 points

I’m not a PWS, just a mom. Feel free to take my words with a grain of salt. I don’t have the btdt experience. Talk to the dean, talk to the professor. Offer to do the presentation twice- once just i...

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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2018
2 points

Omg this is amazing- I looked into this more and everyone in my house has volunteered to volunteer their voice. My PWS is excited to give his voice to a child who doesn’t have one. I’m not sure if...

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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2018
1 points

It went *really* well. My son was the leader and the class was instructed to follow him. He got stuck on a word and the *entire* class just waited patiently. (They’re 7, this is not easy for them). Th...

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commentr/StutterJan 27, 2018
2 points

You can always start with a signing of “me too” or start off with your disclosure. Reverse it- if you met a fellow PWS and you thought they were making fun of you I’m sure you’d figure it out in a f...

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commentr/StutterJan 24, 2018
2 points

Also saved for the days that I just feel down and out. Thank you for sharing your tips and, giving me hope in myself. Thank you for showing me that stuttering does not hold me back from achieving what...

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commentr/StutterJan 24, 2018
6 points

M8, I used to be in your shoes, like exactly in your shoes. I used to be extremely sensitive to people's requests, tried not to annoy people, even though my stutter did even though I couldn't control ...

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commentr/StutterJan 22, 2018
2 points

A friend of mine once said the same thing to me and I laughed so hard I nearly choked on my food. She's very patient with me which I appreciate tons. She also sometimes pokes fun at me when I block by...

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commentr/StutterJan 22, 2018
1 points

Indeed, what we learn from overcoming stuttering applies far beyond. I'll pm you the name. ...

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commentr/StutterJan 22, 2018
2 points

Very good comparison with stutter and fear! Never thought of it that way - you’re an inspiration...

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commentr/StutterJan 20, 2018
2 points

You have an awesome attitude, keep it up! I was in a similar position in college (I'm 30 now) but nowhere near as mature -- I drugged myself up to my eyeballs, partially due to my insecurity about m...

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commentr/StutterJan 20, 2018
5 points

I’ve stuttered throughout my whole life, and while it has gotten better since high school, I still have issues, especially during those stupid classroom introductions. I still have people who laugh in...

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commentr/StutterJan 19, 2018
6 points

I would tell you it gets easier but it really doesn't imo. You just get better at managing what you can control about it, and you get much better at managing the people you decide to actually spend ti...

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commentr/StutterJan 19, 2018
2 points

Damn you just made my day man. I’m planning to do something similar for my last year in high school!...

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commentr/StutterJan 18, 2018
3 points

I hear you man. I can really relate to your train of thought - I grew up with it, and had it until relatively recently. I used to think stuttering and confidence were definitely mutually exclusive, bu...

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commentr/StutterJan 18, 2018
4 points

Wow, what an awesome compliment to start my day with! Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the message, time to apply it ;)...

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