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commentr/StutterOct 17, 2018
7 points

Same boat, I’m 22yrs old now and have been stuttering since 8 due to a stroke. Growing up going from fluent to becoming bullied in elementary school all the way to high school even out of high school ...

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commentr/StutterOct 17, 2018
5 points

I agree, my speech has definitely held me back in certain situations throughout my life, but it’s definitely made played a part in making me who I am today. The constant challenge of something that’s ...

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postr/StutterOct 17, 2018
27 points

If you could cure your stutter today, would you?

If you could cure your stutter today, would you? My mom just came and talked to me about some Steve Harvey video she saw of him telling a young woman he could sure her stutter. I’m a skeptic so idk if...

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commentr/StutterOct 17, 2018
5 points

If you don't notice your self stutter it's not really your problem haha I wish I didn't notice mine. I sometimes don't notice when I'm talking with my friends or my wife. People that I know understand...

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commentr/StutterOct 17, 2018
0 points

In highschool I would fake my stutter a little to pad out presentations cause no teacher would mark you down for having a stutter. My friends in the class were aware and found it hilarious EDIT: OK I...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2018
29 points

I had an incredible teacher for a few years in high school who understood my struggle. Whenever I had to present or speak for the class in any way, she would include an extra section in my rubric for ...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2018
3 points

It might take time...the older I get the less I care about what people think of me and my quirks. I really just don't care anymore. Good luck!!...

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commentr/StutterOct 16, 2018
10 points

Ah 14...I don't envy you haha. Most kids are cool and just fine with you being a little different. Those who laugh or whatever, screw em, I got laughed at and I turned out just fine and can speak pret...

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commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
5 points

Awesome! I wrote an entrance essay about my stutter, and how it has impacted my life, but also shaped me to be more patient, socially adept, and confident despite what social norms might dictate about...

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commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
3 points

This is an excellent response! I want to double down on the suggestion to be open and up front about your stutter as soon as possible in life. Maybe you already are but I was ‘covert’ or attempted t...

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commentr/StutterOct 15, 2018
2 points

I know this might be a controversial response, but in a higher education setting especially as a first year student you might consider incorporating your stutter into the presentation. Whether it be ...

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commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
2 points

My girlfriend was never bothered by my speech. We were introduced through a friend and started talking, which led to hanging out together. Learn to accept your stutter and understand that there's more...

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commentr/StutterOct 13, 2018
3 points

I'm stutter and girls I talked to think that's cute. Don't afraid to be different. I'm married and have kids now....

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2018
1 points

I always know when I’ll stutter and it sucks. I’ve noticed being being cocky helps, but I absolutely hate being cocky. It isn’t me ...

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Anticipating StutteringAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 12, 2018
1 points

I got through my stutter in interviews by having a “fuck this” this attitude. Being cocky and not caring actually helped my stutter. It’s always there, but you can only do so much. You got this.!...

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2018
1 points

Own the moment and let people know you stutter. I have people make fun of me all the time. I jokingly tell them the shit is contagious, but it kind of is. There is nothing wrong with being you. ...

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commentr/StutterOct 12, 2018
1 points

I actually work corrections and would argue I’m decent at it. Just gotta have confidence and a “fuck it” attitude with the stutter. ...

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postr/StutterOct 12, 2018
16 points

Saw an improviser with a stutter

Saw an improviser with a stutter I'm reasonably involved in a local improvisational comedy community. I knew about a performer who had a stutter, but hadn't seen him play in a year or two. Background...

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commentr/StutterOct 11, 2018
2 points

me neither and if society wasn't so cruel i would find it pretty cool and sexy but that would be my bias i guess lol. ...

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commentr/StutterOct 11, 2018
9 points

I know you have the best intentions, and if your SO wants to change it’s great. But please talk to him first. I want to share my own perspective as a stutterer: I hate it when people try to find som...

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