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postr/StutterFeb 29, 2024
7 points

Do you have a mantra or words of affirmation?

Do you have a mantra or words of affirmation? It sounds cheezy, but I am in the middle of developing a mantra and was curious if (1) anyone has one and (2) if they'd be willing to share it. I'd love t...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Advice RequestsMindset shiftAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
postr/StutterFeb 27, 2024
66 points

Embrace it

Embrace it STUTR I used to cringe when I saw this word. I was walking by some grafitti today and I thought screw it. Embrace it. If you care how I sound then I don't care about you ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2024
10 points

I just watched a video explaining Lee’s methods and my thought process and techniques I use are very similar. I believe that the brain stutters because all its memories are of me stuttering, so my bra...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionMindset shiftIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2024
3 points

Simply acknowledge that you have a stutter. Do not try to hide it because that's stress, and stress is unnecessary and unsustainable. I've been there and done what you're doing a few years ago. Tell y...

Social & RelationshipsAnticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Disclosure & Telling OthersAvoidance & SubstitutionHiding & Concealment+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 24, 2024
3 points

Thanks buddy. I gave it a quick read since I am on a hurry but these two catch my eye: ***Approximately 50% of individuals who stutter report at least 1 additional relative who stutters, as estimated...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Genetic & Family FactorsPropositionality & WeightTrauma & Psychological+2 more
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2024
1 points

If you stutter you can overcome it. I was able to overcome almost fully. It's a change of mindset. LMK and I'll tell you my method. It's very simple...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Mindset shiftAvoidance & Substitution
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2024
2 points

Fellow stutterer. I feel you and see you. I'm now 47. The world does change for us. An immediate solution is the mantra and reminder "now is not forever, and I feel free." We know what's come ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Mindset shiftHope & MotivationVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2024
27 points

A negative mindset will only make things worse. I'm not saying don't believe in God because everyone has their own beliefs. But I will say you need to take control of your life and stop feeling sorry ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Mindset shiftHope & MotivationHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2024
1 points

I’m seeing a regular therapist but I am about to see a speech one as well next month. What helps me is affirmations in the mirror as well as talking about it to myself in the mirror I do it everyday I...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterFeb 19, 2024
1 points

Your initial take doesn’t provide room for dialogue. This isn’t a “both sides” argument. I’d appreciate if you named the book you’re reading and gave a link. The four reasons you present are all assoc...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Trauma & PsychologicalMindset shiftSeeking Therapy
commentr/StutterFeb 18, 2024
1 points

Yes, as with everything, you’ll get use to it over time. Put yourself out there, find good-natured people to practice with. If you have a loving family, that’s even better. Both is ideal!...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2024
1 points

this is the opportunity that universe has presented you. You'e the right person for the job, heck, you'll crush it and achieve whatever you wish to. YOU JUST HAVE TO FUCKING BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! Belie...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2024
1 points

By the way you worded your post I've got the feel that it's something that you really want to do. If that's the case then go for it, don't let stuttering stop you. Do lots of preparation, meditation,...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2024
2 points

Well said. My experiences are very similar. It’s effective, but I wish it was easier. As with most things, growth and improvement rarely happen without some discomfort....

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
postr/StutterFeb 17, 2024
9 points

Just a quote I heard..

Just a quote I heard.. They laugh at me because am different I laugh at them because they're all the same...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterFeb 16, 2024
2 points

I can relate. My gut reaction is always to turn down opportunities like this because it’s uncomfortable and I’m afraid of what might happen. Even so, I will usually say “yes” to this stuff anyway, no...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 16, 2024
2 points

this is the way... our mind is the most powerful tool there is, and we can achieve great things by visualizing what we want to achieve AS IF WE'VE ALREADY ACHIEVED IT, taking risks & facing our fear...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftHope & MotivationAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterFeb 16, 2024
5 points

The key is to force yourself a little out of your comfort zone. Yes it is embarrassing at first but it is necessary! Trust me!...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 16, 2024
4 points

Firstly, I had a strong resolve not to dwell on my stutter. I had go to's for stuttering and it didn't matter on what, where, who, why, it was all the same, a stutter was a stutter to me, so that par...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentMindset shift+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 16, 2024
1 points

I would also be terrified but it would be a great opportunity to grow. You can start out by stating you have a stutter then just get into it. I think you would get more respect than ridicule by having...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftHope & Motivation