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commentr/StutterAug 23, 2017
2 points

Well....I think that the fact that you are even thinking about applying for this means you should. I know you are scared, but do it? Just apply. See what happens. If it gets to the point where t...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionHope & MotivationEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterAug 20, 2017
2 points

Firstly, I think all the steps you're making are incredibly positive and it's impressive you've realized you should do this on your own. I assume your co-workers know that you stutter. They would expe...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterAug 20, 2017
3 points

Yes, definitely tell people. This will help. Of course they can hear it (tho some might not know what it is), but being open about it automatically makes it less of a big deal for you and everyone, ...

Social & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersAnxiety & Social JudgmentHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 19, 2017
3 points

Hey! I just got out of a warehouse job to go to school. At first it was really tough for me and I felt like people thought I was stupid simply because I wasn't able to say some words. Some still do. B...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Disclosure & Telling OthersHiding & ConcealmentHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 17, 2017
1 points

My ex-bestfriend was a manipulator and he was mocking me over my stuttering for way too many years, he recently tried to mock me in front of our mutual friend, so after few breaths, I punched him righ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Frustration & AngerStigma & BullyingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 16, 2017
3 points

Thank you for this. essentially the main issue is not my stutter, but my mindset. I just put stuttering on this high pedestal and I let it dictate my life. But people like your friend give me hope, I'...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterAug 16, 2017
1 points

College is the first time in your life you socialize with people that legitimately dont care about your stutter, where its cool to be good at stuff, cool to get up at 7 am and read, cool to be nice to...

Community & SupportSocial & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
Validation & EmpathyFriendships & BelongingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 16, 2017
3 points

Stay positive Man. I know it's easier said than done; but trust me. I like you was in special ed, I went to Boys Town in Omaha, NE twice for it, I had speech therapy for 17 years, I joined the ARMY ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideEmployment & Career+1 more
commentr/StutterAug 15, 2017
3 points

This is by far the biggest issue in your life so you need to do everything you can to improve the situation. You will need to be super proactive. [Find a therapist](http://www.westutter.org/who-we-he...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAdvice RequestsHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterAug 15, 2017
1 points

The thought of moving to a new place, meeting new people, and have new experiences can cause a lot of anxiety. First off, try not to worry so much about moving to the dorm. Now, everyone's experience ...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Anxiety & Social JudgmentAvoidance & SubstitutionHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterAug 15, 2017
2 points

I can attest to this. I'm a stutterer in a highly technical leadership position, much of my day is spent communicating abstract concepts and teaching. I have to talk so much during the day my voice is...

School & WorkIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 14, 2017
7 points

Hang in there, buddy. Living with a disability is often very frustrating and difficult. If you can overcome it, that's great. If not, you are still a wonderful human being with many chances to be h...

Emotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Hope & MotivationSeverity & Fluctuation
commentr/StutterAug 14, 2017
7 points

Hey. I know this probably won't mean much -- I'm a random person who's never seen this sub and got here from browsing /r/new -- but I hope as you grow older you can eventually find confidence through ...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationMindset shift
commentr/StutterAug 10, 2017
2 points

Thank you! I'd like to encourage everyone that if you've struggled your entire life with something, it can be defeated. Decide to make positive strides towards your goal and keep going. You have to...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationMindset shift
commentr/StutterAug 9, 2017
2 points

Well, I believe it has to do with the built in meditative aspect as well as building the mind body connection. Before, I had a lot of fear when I spoke. Especially, around certain people. Now, I'm ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterAug 8, 2017
1 points

You had guts, very admirable. As a 26 year old, I would of never thought even attempting to get a job as a cashier. However, I am weaker, but time is hope. ...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Hope & MotivationEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterAug 7, 2017
5 points

This is the perfect attitude, not just for stuttering, but for anything in life. "Well, that sucked. Still here anyway. On to the next one."...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 7, 2017
1 points

It could be worse then! I suggest taking a constructive thought approach to it than an emotional one. We often automatically emotionally connect to past events when in the grand scheme of our lives th...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterAug 7, 2017
4 points

*As a disclaimer I typed this up a few months back, and it's quite heavy and direction-lead, I don't mean it to sound like an order, it's just what I did personally, other things may work for you too ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Mindset shiftMindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation+2 more
commentr/StutterAug 6, 2017
27 points

We've all been there at some point. It's something in our life that we cannot control, and unfortunately we continue to go about our days longing for it to change when in reality it never will without...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & AdvocacyCauses & Variability
Hope & MotivationMindfulness & BreathingMindset shift+3 more