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postr/StutterNov 5, 2020
16 points

I find the word “stutter” horrible and hate saying it

I find the word “stutter” horrible and hate saying it I’ve had a stutter for about 10 years now (17M) and when I started secondary (11-16 for US lads) school it got really bad for about 3 years, up to...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterNov 5, 2020
1 points

No, I can’t drive nor I have money of my own. And I dunno, I don’t really talk to anyone more than necessary in school....

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterNov 5, 2020
2 points

Just glide into the initial ‘f’ sound. Fffffffankyou Also don’t feel like you’re under any time constraints. Don’t put yourself under any extra uneccesary pressure....

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Fluency TechniquesAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterNov 5, 2020
2 points

(There's not really less air, it's just hotter, so it feels different.) Could you use your hands to signal gratitude instead? Maybe you could even point to your mouth to signal that something's up. ...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterNov 5, 2020
3 points

oh ive never tried nodding as a thank you before. I always thought it was meant for welcome. Im gonna do this next time thank you!...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & Substitution
postr/StutterNov 5, 2020
14 points

Not being able to say 'thank you' so people think ure rude

Not being able to say 'thank you' so people think ure rude One of the things about stuttering that i hate so much is that it prevents me from being "polite". as much as i want to say "thank you", most...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentQuality of Life
commentr/StutterNov 5, 2020
11 points

As a fast talker who is also a stutterer, this... interesting....

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & Variability
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/Flight
postr/StutterNov 5, 2020
31 points

POV: 2 fast talkers have a heated argument with you and they constantly interrupt you

POV: 2 fast talkers have a heated argument with you and they constantly interrupt you sorry if I almost gave someone trauma lol...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionLoss of Control
commentr/StutterNov 4, 2020
1 points

I would never be able to work in customer service jobs. I can finally after all these years order food for myself(on the phone or in person) or talk to customer service when I need assistance. I still...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionBlocks & StoppagesPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterNov 4, 2020
2 points

100% agree, when I slip up in front of people I am hard on myself. I tend to double down and start talking excessively being extra careful to take no risks with works that contain letter combos I blo...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Hiding & ConcealmentShame & EmbarrassmentAvoidance & Substitution+1 more
commentr/StutterNov 4, 2020
4 points

I believe that proves that stuttering is "only" a bad habit and not some permanent damage in the brain....

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterNov 4, 2020
1 points

I don't think what I have is a serious issue, I should have been more specific but its a recurring thing, along with repeating words. But honestly, even if I may have it, I would think that its really...

Causes & VariabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Severity & FluctuationAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterNov 3, 2020
2 points

Holy sh!t - pretending like I forgot a word is half my life! During that pause I’m frantically scouring my mind for synonyms of the word I’m blocking on, while the blood rushes to my face and I realiz...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering
Avoidance & SubstitutionPhysical TensionOverthinking & Monitoring
commentr/StutterNov 3, 2020
1 points

I find it that when I’m talking about things I’m familiar with I don’t stutter so maybe try to steer the convo toward things you’re familiar with?...

Anticipation & Avoidance
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & Monitoring
postr/StutterNov 3, 2020
5 points

It really makes no sense at all

It really makes no sense at all I don’t stutter at all when talking completely alone. My stutter is purely when talking to other people. The people don’t even need to be present as it happens over the...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSituational VariabilityAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterNov 3, 2020
1 points

I just found "Redefining Stuttering (Previously titled, How to Conquer Your Fears of Speaking before People) by John C. Harrison " on our discord, it seems to be really different and helpful to me pe...

Community & SupportAnticipation & Avoidance
Research & ResourcesAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterNov 3, 2020
1 points

It's not because it reinforces the fear which is what leads to blocks. And you can't substitute all words. It's a detrimental strategy in the long run....

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterNov 3, 2020
1 points

That's the hard truth that I keep on avoiding and instead keep on searching for the "magic cure" somewhere out there. Anyways, dont want to hijack OP's post, but I appreciate you reaching out man....

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterNov 3, 2020
2 points

I actually started going through some of the more popular books on stuttering that aren't necessarily "traditional" in their approach and That's the first book I tried. I had high hopes and, as you sa...

Community & SupportAnticipation & Avoidance
Research & ResourcesAvoidance & Substitution
postr/StutterNov 3, 2020
13 points

do you stutter while alone?

do you stutter while alone? life long stutterer here going through one of those rough patches where i’m having more trouble than usual. This got me wondering why when i’m alone i can speak 100% fluent...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSituational VariabilityAuthenticity vs. Masking