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commentr/StutterDec 20, 2018
1 points

The army is a crucible, it will make you do things you never thought possible. The adrenalin, the novelty, the excitement, all that. I have a terrible stutter at times, but like others have mentioned...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Preparation & RehearsalSituational VariabilityHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 19, 2018
1 points

I'm the same and I also dabbled in school musicals back when I was in school. I believe I never stutter when I'm on stage or performing because I've rehearsed so many times. The rehearsal really cemen...

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commentr/StutterDec 16, 2018
1 points

Congratulations! Was this by any chance the IB Lang/Lit IOP? Former international student/stutterer here and I remember the nerves for my IB orals like they were yesterday. I was able to get time ext...

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commentr/StutterDec 14, 2018
1 points

Yep, that's correct; although if I'm in a fine French restaurant or travelling in Quebec, I can still get a little anxious ordering as I'll flip to rusty French and I'm not super-confident with my acc...

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Preparation & RehearsalStress & Fight/FlightAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 14, 2018
1 points

I would say I'm near fluent now just with the occasional block - this would have mad 15-year-old me cry tears of happiness. The biggest thing for me was getting comfortable with just being me around ...

Identity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Acceptance & PridePreparation & Rehearsal
postr/StutterDec 13, 2018
57 points

I just nailed a phone interview!! Been using diaphragmatic breathing and it has helped a lot

I just nailed a phone interview!! Been using diaphragmatic breathing and it has helped a lot I’ve had a phone interview (for a position I really want) scheduled since last week, so I’ve had a lot of t...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingPreparation & Rehearsal+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 10, 2018
1 points

My trick is the same as when I'm talking to someone new on the phone. I have a well rehearsed "hey how are you?" If it's fast food and it's busy maybe just an upbeat "hi" you be amazed how positively ...

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postr/StutterDec 4, 2018
27 points

Was answering some interview questions about my stuttering, and realized I’ve come a long way!!

Was answering some interview questions about my stuttering, and realized I’ve come a long way!! I was asked to give my life story with stuttering in an interview tonight, and got some good self reflec...

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postr/StutterDec 2, 2018
7 points

Using a recorder to answer the phone? Advice

Using a recorder to answer the phone? Advice I can manage my stutter pretty well by using synonyms when I’m talking and realise I’m about to stutter. However, I stutter when saying my name 50% of the ...

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commentr/StutterNov 27, 2018
3 points

It went ok. I read a prepared speech so it wasn’t as bad as it would have been if I had to think on my feet. Thanks for the advice!...

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postr/StutterNov 27, 2018
3 points

Xanax for stuttering

Xanax for stuttering Ive had a stutter my whole life. In this past yesr it has gotten really bad, and now there's a lot of added anxiety just making it worse as well. Doing some reasearch I found repo...

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Anxiety & Social JudgmentHarmful Med OutcomesFeared Words & Names+1 more
commentr/StutterNov 26, 2018
3 points

Not sure I'm the best person to offer advice because I always avoided those kinds of things like the plague. But maybe do everything you can to calm yourself? Also, does your teacher know about your s...

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postr/StutterNov 26, 2018
7 points

Help!

Help! I have a debate tomorrow and I’m having a panic attack because I’m so scared that I’ll start stuttering during the timed segments. I’m not afraid for my opening statement because it is prewritte...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & WorkAnticipation & Avoidance
Anxiety & Social JudgmentPublic SpeakingAnticipating Stuttering+1 more
commentr/StutterNov 25, 2018
1 points

I practice my presentations up to fifteen times the night before. This also makes my presentations very tight as I cut out the fluff....

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commentr/StutterNov 25, 2018
2 points

Try practicing in front of people such as your parents, sibling or friend. Another trick I use is to constantly remind myself to go 4 times slower than I think I should because I talk way to fast duri...

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commentr/StutterNov 25, 2018
5 points

1. Know that you have prepared well 2. Rest well tonight 3. Take a few minutes to meditate / say positive affirmations before the speech 4. Stand straight with your shoulders thrown back aka power pos...

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Preparation & RehearsalMindfulness & BreathingAnticipating Stuttering
commentr/StutterNov 25, 2018
4 points

I wish you the best of luck tomorrow, you're going to crush it! What has worked for me in the passed is to memorize the speech / presentation. This way you know exactly what your going to say and ca...

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Preparation & RehearsalMindfulness & BreathingStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterNov 23, 2018
2 points

I don’t do it while Im Doing the real speech, but I do practice a bunch with headphones on to the instrumental track. I did this for a school project one time. I printed the lyrics to an Eminem song...

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commentr/StutterNov 20, 2018
1 points

I would suggest warming up before every interview. Talk to a friend or talk on discord--either about the job or just anything in general. It helps me to phone someone and chat and go out of my way to ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Preparation & RehearsalEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterNov 18, 2018
2 points

You should include what be required and how compensation your AP high school class can afford. Maybe why you're doing this and a fun fact. ...

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