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commentr/StutterJan 4, 2018
1 points

Start slow at first, with little accomplishments. I used to never order bread at the bakery stall at the supermarket because i was afraid that i could block, and so i always bought the pre-packed brea...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionMindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJan 3, 2018
1 points

How? HOW? I also think it will be easier if I accept it - how do I do this? I've told myself I accept it its a part of me but nothing has changed....

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHelplessness & Agency
commentr/StutterJan 3, 2018
4 points

Hey! I was in the same boat recently. I went to literally just one speech therapy session and it changed everything for me. The therapist I went to (Vivian Sisskin, read her method or listen to her ...

Therapy & ProfessionalIdentity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Seeking TherapyAcceptance & PrideDisclosure & Telling Others+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 3, 2018
2 points

It often didn’t feel like it at the time, but as far as dating does, I’m sure I’ve dodged a number of bullets by letting my stutter filter out terrible people. ...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Dating & RomanceAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJan 3, 2018
1 points

If you have something to say, don't let your stutter stop you from saying it. Ask for time, explain your stutter, do whatever you need to to get your point across. From the hiring manager's perspectiv...

Social & RelationshipsSchool & WorkIdentity & Disability
Disclosure & Telling OthersEmployment & CareerAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJan 2, 2018
2 points

No one wants to stutter, my dude. We can sulk and brood and cry about it, but that gets us nowhere. *We are the captains of our own ships*. If you're scared of rejection, get rejected. Realize it's no...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & MotivationHelplessness & Agency
commentr/StutterJan 2, 2018
1 points

I like to think of it as similar to apologizing for interrupting yourself with a cough. Once you stop being ashamed of it, that's essentially what it becomes....

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterJan 2, 2018
1 points

Hmm, imagine you walked into an interview missing fingers because of a childhood accident with fireworks, and the interviewer said "You do realize you have to type, right?" and you explained you can s...

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Employment & CareerDating & RomanceDisclosure & Telling Others+1 more
commentr/StutterJan 2, 2018
2 points

When the interviewer says "you do realize you have to talk to people," that's when you point out your previous experience and explain that you aren't incapable of talking to people. You can grow to be...

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commentr/StutterJan 2, 2018
2 points

Explain to your boss that you're less likely to be fluent with that modified greeting. If you don't start the conversation about your stutter someone else will, and it might not actually include you....

Identity & DisabilityCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. MaskingVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure+2 more
commentr/StutterJan 2, 2018
4 points

These feelings really suck.. and most of us have it at some point, but we must SURVIVE these situations (not excel at them, just survive) and believe in improvement. I believe a stutterer reaches succ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & MotivationAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJan 1, 2018
2 points

Stutter can be embarrassing, I know that feeling myself. No one ever wants to embarrass his or her, but it happens. My advice would be that he shouldn’t be embarrassed around you when stuttering. You’...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 31, 2017
6 points

We had a cool interaction today that I had no idea was triggered by stuttering. I was on Facebook trying to fundraise for the National Stuttering Association and selling the T-shirts the Boston Chap...

Community & SupportIdentity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Personal StoriesIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 31, 2017
7 points

I opened up to my flatmate about my stutter and I got quite emotional, we are now dating and she is incredible. I like to think me exposing my emotions like that helped. It is something I have learnt ...

Therapy & ProfessionalIdentity & Disability
Positive Therapy TechniquesIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 31, 2017
1 points

This is true. Was terrified when I went to college. Found a beautiful girl and we just hit 3 years. Just be confident. What helped me was warming her that I had one. Good luck mate. ...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 31, 2017
3 points

Find a local NSA Chapter meeting and go with him to the meeting. Self acceptance should be the goal. http://www.westutter.org/find-nsa-meeting-near/...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Acceptance & PrideAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterDec 31, 2017
2 points

It was, but at 21 I met a wonderful girl who took me for who I was and who I would become. In other words, she accepted me and saw right through me; that I am more than my stuttering. We have been...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideDating & Romance
postr/StutterDec 30, 2017
8 points

How to assure my bf with a stutter

How to assure my bf with a stutter How do I convince my boyfriend that his stutter does not define him and that he shouldn't be embarrassed over it; especially around me. He gets frustrated when he sp...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Validation & EmpathySelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterDec 30, 2017
23 points

Self-acceptance first

Self-acceptance first Self-acceptance first, love yourself for what you are, make peace with your stuttering and yourself. Then figure out how to cope with your stuttering to live a fulfilling life. R...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 30, 2017
2 points

People dont care about you/respect when you give a shit, when you dont give a shit people admire the amount of strength it takes to not care and just live without any excuses....

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideHope & Motivation