commentr/StutterMarch 6, 2026

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Sometimes when I block in order just to not sit there with a dumb look in my face and have 3 or 4 seconds in between words I'll just use a word that makes absolutely no sense because it's not part of the conversation. The person will look at me with a concerned look on their face like I'm on drugs or something. Then it makes it awkward which makes me block and stutter more which makes them more embarrassed or anxious.

Themes

Anticipation & AvoidanceSpeech & Stuttering

Subthemes

Avoidance & SubstitutionBlocks & Stoppages