commentr/StutterApril 5, 2016

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I'm really happy that you were able to improve your speech so much is such a small amount of time. Regarding the anxiety, I see myself in the same boat for the most part. My speech is pretty good these days, but I still get anxious during minor social situations such as order food when I'm by myself. I guess I'd recommend to remember that the even the most confident people experience the same thing to some degree. I wouldn't necessarily focus on it, as that makes it worse, at least for me. When I get those feelings I try to internally reassure myself. I typically rationalize to myself internally that it doesn't make sense to get anxious at such a situation. It's more of a habit now when I get uncomfortable. I just take a second to take a mental "deep breath" and I'm usually good these days. Again, congrats on the amazing improvement in under a year!

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Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability

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Mindfulness & BreathingAnxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & Pride

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ordering_service_encounter