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 stutter can make these situations worse, but hey, I'm still alive. Not being able to say my name without a twenty second block won't kill me. I like the idea of considering it as a challenge, not a threat. I would much rather have this challenge in my life than any other, and I feel quite lucky to be in the current situation that I am in. I wish you the best in life and hope all goes well. Thanks for your post.