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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2018
3 points

As bad as it sounds, it’s something I’ve learned to shrug off. It’s normal for me now, and that isn’t okay. But I’d rather have it barely effect me then impede (no pun intended) my happiness. ...

Identity & DisabilityCauses & Variability
Acceptance & PrideSeverity & Fluctuation
commentr/StutterJul 24, 2018
2 points

>Those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind As other's have said, it does get easier the older you get. I've found a high percentage of people are more interested in what I have ...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 23, 2018
3 points

Wow I'd never heard of this. I 100% believe I suffered from that for many years. This is surreal to read. It feels like reading my own thoughts. I think I've worked my way out of it recently (ironical...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentMindset shiftAuthenticity vs. Masking+2 more
commentr/StutterJul 22, 2018
3 points

I have a mild stutter and I'm generally not afraid to speak. I'm still a sorta quiet person but that's not a bad thing. But of course being under a microphone is relatively scary. I just got a bit sel...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentAuthenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 22, 2018
2 points

Dude this is amazing! And your stutter really isn't bad! I am so happy that you even gave it a shot! I've always wanted to make a youtube channel but never have. You're an inspiration! ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 17, 2018
2 points

Is say the majority of us feel this way. Every stutterers has felt this way at some point. At some point you're going to get sick fog hiding and decide its better to be yourself and express yourself t...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathyAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 16, 2018
2 points

I’ve definitely felt like that. And it’s okay to feel like that, and perfectly normal. However it’s also good to weigh the risks. If you stay silent, you run the risk of becoming depressed, isolated,...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJul 16, 2018
2 points

Can I ask how old are you? I felt like this for years, all the way through school. It's really hard. But it does get better. As I got older (I'm in uni now, which is a better environment than school) ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Anxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & PrideEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterJul 16, 2018
2 points

Yes. I agree sometimes you need to learn to pick your battles. And I think different things work for different people, and different people are at different stages in making peace with themselves. B...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 16, 2018
3 points

Haha, that is very kind! Honestly, I write it for my benefit as much as others'. I'm a long way from being a master of all this and can use the pep talk as much as anyone else. As for the bad days f...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 16, 2018
2 points

It's good you took that job, but maybe you should quit and write books because damn! I wish I could upvote this more than once. Beautifully written. I kind of want to print it out and put it on my wal...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
postr/StutterJul 15, 2018
1 points

Almost completely cured - a few tips that helped me

Almost completely cured - a few tips that helped me I blocked as child, the way you're screaming the words in your head you want to say but the anxiety stops the breath flow. Then when under stress an...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Feared Words & NamesOverthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/Flight+2 more
commentr/StutterJul 14, 2018
1 points

>Chicks do not want to fuck a perfect robot. People are attracted to one another's "rough edges." Stuttering is your "rough edge," and it makes you human, vulnerable, and will help disarm women. I...

Identity & Disability
Authenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 13, 2018
1 points

Worth a lot. I’m happy for you and although I still hope for this to happen to me I’ve stopped just waiting for it to happen ...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 12, 2018
2 points

Regular meditation was a huge turning point in my fluency and in my acceptance of any disfluency that has remained....

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindfulness & BreathingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2018
1 points

Yes, that is exactly what I experienced. I'm so glad I made my stutter stop :D That were the worst 17 years of my life......

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2018
1 points

I fully accept my stammer and have never let it stop me doing things. I’m at university and have a full time job during my summer just now. I have stuttered my way through introductions, job interview...

Identity & DisabilityTherapy & Professional
Acceptance & PrideSeeking Therapy
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2018
1 points

You sound like you’re doing it right in terms of dealing with it. Yeah it can be really effortful. You might want to make a post asking that. Personally when I first got speech therapy and was taught...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesAuthenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 11, 2018
2 points

Didn't realise this was such a common challenge among people who stammer. Worst situations for me at school were when we would have to sit in a circle and say our names and introduce ourselves (someho...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Anticipating StutteringIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 10, 2018
2 points

Yes, stuttering on purpose. It gives you confidence and control over your Stutter, and more importantly reduces the fear of stuttering in front of others. The idea is if the stutter doesn't bother you...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureAcceptance & Pride