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commentr/StutterNov 15, 2021
1 points

I feel the same way. It really kills me because I think it’s really easy to talk to people and form friendships. but I stutter so I stay quiet. I hope it goes well for you though! Rooting for you....

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commentr/StutterNov 15, 2021
2 points

Join the subreddit's discord! It's really great. We have different voice chat rooms, like for small groups of for one-on-one practice...

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postr/StutterNov 14, 2021
21 points

Oh man I’m so stressed

Oh man I’m so stressed Most of my best friends have all moved away to college in the past year and I’ve been feeling really alone. I have a few nights out planned in the next few weeks, cause I gotta ...

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Feared Words & NamesAnxiety & Social JudgmentDating & Romance+1 more
postr/StutterNov 12, 2021
1 points

Online Support Groups

Online Support Groups Are there any online international self-help groups or sites where I can practice speaking with people one-on-one or in small groups?...

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commentr/StutterNov 11, 2021
6 points

Opposite experience as you. I luckily formed strong friendships with multiple groups in high school. This meant I was active in clubs, sports, and generally outgoing. While I clearly stuttered, I wasn...

Social & RelationshipsSchool & Work
Friendships & BelongingSchool & Academic Life
commentr/StutterNov 11, 2021
1 points

Same guys. Been this way since I can remember. What will finally help us? A non judgemental person at the other end always helps. But for the most part it’s game over. It’s ridiculous that my first im...

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commentr/StutterNov 11, 2021
11 points

Its goid your workplace offered to pay for speech therapy. Go to therapy. Also try taking long walks as frequently as you can , I find it relaxes me and gives me a lot of energy at the same time. Try ...

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commentr/StutterNov 9, 2021
2 points

We will definitely encourage his boldness! Thank you. I have a really really big family so he has many many cousins and other family members ... As well as school friends etc... And he loves playing...

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Friendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterNov 8, 2021
1 points

I agree with all of the other comments thus far. Stuttering at that age is very common and should not be a major concern. I believe love and support through the stuttering will go a long way. If the c...

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commentr/StutterNov 5, 2021
1 points

Thank you for everyone that responded to me. I'm grateful for you all telling me about your experiences and techniques that have helped you. Its so comforting to know that there are other people who u...

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commentr/StutterNov 1, 2021
1 points

That was well expressed!! I feel the same way, people don't want to socialize with people like us that much because they don't have a grain of patience and acceptance ....

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postr/StutterOct 30, 2021
7 points

Anyone want to practise on zoom ?

Anyone want to practise on zoom ? We don’t have to show our faces, only if you want I was thinking to practice on omegele I did it the other day and I was fine but I want to practice with other peopl...

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commentr/StutterOct 25, 2021
11 points

I feel you. I really embraced being alone when I was a severe stutterer. I'm not presenting that as a positive. There are some healthy things about being able to enjoy times alone. But we all need to ...

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commentr/StutterOct 24, 2021
2 points

Have you considered joining a club, that has an established structure and occasions for social gatherings? Think about what you like to do, and there is probably a club for it? I was in the same boat....

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Friendships & BelongingAudience Scale & Group Size
commentr/StutterOct 23, 2021
5 points

I don't think it's a direct correlation. But I believe there is a correlation for many of us. I've said it numerous times, stuttering can really do a number on one's self esteem. For those of us that...

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commentr/StutterOct 22, 2021
2 points

Hey, it might just be that you're subconsciously trying too hard to make friends (I used to do that too and never realized until now), and others are reacting to that. DM me if you like to talk about ...

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commentr/StutterOct 22, 2021
4 points

Unpopular opinion probably but I feel like making friends is not as tied to stuttering as some people think/want to think. Its easy to blame ur stutter and call it a day when there might be more to it...

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commentr/StutterOct 22, 2021
8 points

I feel like the reason I don’t struggle to make friends with a stutter is because my personality speaks for itself. I’m a great person who just happens to stutter so what....

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postr/StutterOct 22, 2021
13 points

Anyone here NOT struggle to make friends?

Anyone here NOT struggle to make friends? I feel as if I am exceptionally bad at making friends, and I know that my stutter plays a role in that. But I want to know if this is the main reason why peo...

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commentr/StutterOct 22, 2021
6 points

It’s rough a lot of people take it as us just being antisocial but really we just don’t wanna stutter on simply just saying our names and having a conversation but you gotta take that step and just st...

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