I am a speech pathologist. My expertise is in brain-based teaching. I have spent over 20 years researching how the brain learns. I began my research to learn how to overcome my significant learning disability. I did finally find the answer. In my research I discovered that I have a stuttering brain which is wired differently than a brain that I call a fluent brain. I asked myself the question as to why fluent speakers don’t stutter. I once again found the answer in the Valsalva response. I realized that when I spoke I created tension in my vocal cords which limited or stopped my airflow. A fluent speaker does not have this problem. They have easy and continuous airflow during speech so they do not stutter. Once I was able to gain control of my Valsalva response I stopped stuttering. I have been basically stutter free for many years now and I have never had a relapse. I personally believe stuttering can be cured. I realize that everyone has to find their own path to fluency. I found my path and I hope you will find yours.