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commentr/StutterOct 2, 2014
1 points

I also have a mild stutter that goes in cycles. As a college freshman, I find solace in that everyone on campus has had or is having an awkward experience just like mine, whatever it is. Often, my stu...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Cycles & RandomnessSeverity & FluctuationHope & Motivation+2 more
postr/StutterOct 2, 2014
5 points

I tried to write and verbalize how I became to accept my stutter. I was wondering if I could get some feedback. I would also love to hear other people's stories if they're willing to share.

I tried to write and verbalize how I became to accept my stutter. I was wondering if I could get some feedback. I would also love to hear other people's stories if they're willing to share. ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 1, 2014
2 points

I stutter and will continue to stutter. It's not about if it will happen, but rather, how I will deal with it when it does. I can sit back and resent myself for speaking and those around me who get me...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 1, 2014
1 points

Well we dont even know what really causes stuttering or exactly what the problem is. I may be mistaken but I dont think we know what specific pathways are the issue or w/e it is. But the good news is ...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Genetic & Family FactorsHope & MotivationIdentity & Self-Perception+1 more
commentr/StutterOct 1, 2014
2 points

If you're looking for you a cure you're going to end up disappointed. No cure exists, but that doesn't mean you cant communicate how you want to and be comfortable saying everything you want to....

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 1, 2014
3 points

He taught me a lot of self assurance about stuttering and that it was what I made of it. Example I used to this people made fun of me behind my back because I stuttered. I imagined my class mates maki...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterOct 1, 2014
5 points

Good on you for offering the help. It is pretty rare to encounter other stutterers in the real world I have found. My world changed when I joined a group. Giving back is a wonderful thing to do. ...

Community & SupportIdentity & Disability
Advice OfferedValidation & EmpathyAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterSep 30, 2014
12 points

Looking to give back. Offering coaching or mentoring for someone who stutters.

Looking to give back. Offering coaching or mentoring for someone who stutters. When I was in my late teens I was down in the dumps about my stuttering until I met someone else who stuttered. He becam...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Advice OfferedMindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 26, 2014
3 points

Well of course, theirs two sides to every coin. In the end the only variable you have some control over is you. Two mind sets i've had for interviews. 1. Ok, if I stutter I'm screwed. They will think...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 25, 2014
1 points

I have had people react both negatively and positively to my stuttering. As a child I got teased of course but as an adult that isn't a problem. Ultimately you have control over how you let these thin...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterSep 25, 2014
2 points

Just saying that there is a positive that's worth looking at. Stuttering isn't always negative....

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2014
2 points

I actually kind of love when people hear it for the first time and either make a joke or ask something like "what the hell was that, are you alright?" and watching their reaction when you say you have...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & Support
Acceptance & PrideValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2014
2 points

Great read, thanks for sharing! Having a stutter is just one part of you , anyone not willing to tolerate it isn't someone id want to date anyways...

Social & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Dating & RomanceAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 24, 2014
3 points

Great article. Your stutter is what you make of it. Other people won't care as long as you don't. If anything it makes you more genuine. ...

Identity & Disability
Acceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterSep 19, 2014
1 points

Ah, yes sorry! PWS is People who stutter! I try to avoid phones too, but it's easier for me to talk and stutter in an interview with a random person if they can't see my face. And I'm able to be in m...

Identity & Disability
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterSep 7, 2014
3 points

You are thinking right I tell you. Though it sucks to stutter when meeting someone you like, life is much more than that. I am 28 and severe stutterer. I have had an awesome job in software business f...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Hope & MotivationAcceptance & PrideEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 6, 2014
2 points

Thanks man. I have had people say stuff like 'don't worry dude, you're a man of few words, but I know those words are genuine and wise'. I'm thankful for people like that, yes I am. I understand that ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Acceptance & PrideAuthenticity vs. MaskingShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterSep 6, 2014
5 points

Hang in there man. You will find people who will wait, and who won't see you for your speaking performance but for the content of your words. Stick with those people, they are your closest friends. As...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Acceptance & PrideHope & MotivationQuality of Life
commentr/StutterSep 5, 2014
1 points

I went to a clinic when I was in 6th grade and it was a bad experience for me personally. I was in there with kids who were handicapped and seemingly incoherent. We would all sit around in a table and...

Therapy & ProfessionalEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Unhelpful Therapy TechniquesShame & EmbarrassmentIdentity & Self-Perception+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 5, 2014
1 points

YMMV, but for me it got easier as I got older. My stutter was at its worst in college, most likely due to the fact that my stress level was at a high. As I got older I gained confidence and stopped ...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Severity & FluctuationHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride