commentr/StutterJanuary 29, 2026
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If I'm with friends I'll typically just force out a swear word and then when they laugh it gives my brain time to undo the block. Anyone else though I'll think of a few synonyms to what I want to say so when I pause it's like starting fresh instead of continuing to attempt to push past.
Themes
Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Subthemes
Avoidance & SubstitutionStrategic Swearing/CursingStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
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