commentr/StutterJanuary 13, 2026

Content

They’re called secondary behaviors. I tend to shut my eyes and jerk my head when I’m struggling and have a lot of tension. At some point, the behavior may have helped get the word out, and then it stops being helpful and becomes more of a “distraction” for lack of better terms. If I’m being super mindful I can catch myself but it’s hard.

Themes

Speech & StutteringAnticipation & Avoidance

Subthemes

Physical TensionOverthinking & Monitoring