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commentr/StutterMar 21, 2022
3 points

A bad time to do that huh? Like I can see points in his speech where he clearly was avoiding suttering but that wasn't one of them...

Community & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Advice RequestsMindfulness & BreathingSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterMar 21, 2022
1 points

No, since my stutter is a psychological issue and various speech therapists couldn't help, I basically stopped trying, except for meditating. I will look up these devices as this is the first t...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Trauma & PsychologicalMindfulness & BreathingAssistive Devices
commentr/StutterMar 19, 2022
2 points

Anti-depressants help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety which gives some respite, but they don't treat the root cause of depression. That takes a lot of inner work by yourself or with a thera...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Trauma & PsychologicalMindfulness & Breathing
postr/StutterMar 17, 2022
13 points

Articulating thoughts?

Articulating thoughts? Is it just me or do other people have this issue as well? In my head I know what to say. But when I speak to other people I'm so focused on breathing and getting the words out, ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyCauses & Variability
Overthinking & MonitoringMindfulness & BreathingPropositionality & Weight
postr/StutterMar 16, 2022
4 points

Tongue Strengthening and Breathing Exercises

Tongue Strengthening and Breathing Exercises New here. Any one have success with breath work, such as the Buteyko Method? What about tongue strengthening and mouth exercises, like professional actor...

Coping & Advocacy
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterMar 15, 2022
2 points

""Every day, in every way, my speech gets bettee and better" \- I have the same mantra but worded differently: "removing reasons to stutter is progress" ""If I can say one word anywhere, anytime, I ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftMindfulness & BreathingAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterMar 15, 2022
2 points

Some of my mantras are from Lee Lovett: "Every day, in every way, my speech gets bettee and better" "If I can say one word anywhere, anytime, I can say any word anywhere, anytime" "I love to speak...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftMindfulness & BreathingAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterMar 3, 2022
1 points

I try to speak the word and at the beginning I stutter or block there. But after practicing many time and speaking slow with breath in-out, I can control that....

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterMar 3, 2022
2 points

The best thing you can do is to work on your self-confidence and self-esteem. You can try multiple things, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, self-affirmations, etc. You will become more at...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Identity & Self-PerceptionAnxiety & Social JudgmentMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterMar 1, 2022
3 points

It's actually not stupid at all. Smiling during sad times tricks your brain and makes you feel slightly better. It's a fact....

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2022
1 points

well this is a question for your doctor. Would for example a beta blocker “cure” your stutter? My first guess would be no of course not, but on the other hand the situation you describe does suggest t...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2022
4 points

Meditation and breathing exercises help me with stuttering anxiety. Doing some physical exercises help as well...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 28, 2022
7 points

Some breathing exercises ( no more than a couple of minutes) some positive self talk, and try smiling ( I know it sounds stupid but give it go)...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2022
1 points

I’ve found that smoking a little weed and just focusing on my breathing as I talk helps a little. Not getting really stoned, but smoke a little. Doesn’t make it perfect but it can help...

Coping & AdvocacyMeds & Substances
Mindfulness & BreathingRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2022
1 points

Depends on how much you stutter. I've been stuttering since I was 9. I'm 26 now it's not that bad I just stutter on some words or if I'm stressed, I've learned to live with it and I'm happy. Meditatio...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Severity & FluctuationMindfulness & BreathingEmployment & Career+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 21, 2022
2 points

This. Speech therapy help me not to speak because the techniques didn't really work for me, but to be confident and build good speaking habits. Speaking slower, actually breathing and finding natura...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceSocial & Relationships
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 20, 2022
3 points

Official PTSD diagnosis is only useful if you are looking for a reason for having a very hard time functioning. Ideas. Practice them at any time of the day, alone, w others: 1. Don’t look down or ...

Coping & Advocacy
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingVoluntary Stuttering & Exposure
commentr/StutterFeb 19, 2022
2 points

Wow, that’s awesome! Yea, relaxing is your best bet. Easier said than done right? But that’s really cool you’re doing that....

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 19, 2022
3 points

I don't understand what you are confused about. But I can try again. Let me know what specifically confuses you. Quite simply, the general consensus on this sub (we) are of the opinion that Stutterin...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Overthinking & MonitoringMindfulness & BreathingIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterFeb 18, 2022
13 points

My biggest thing is exposure therapy. I make myself use the drive through speaker box and stuff like that just so I know I can. The more I do that kinda stuff the less doing that bothers and the less ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureMindfulness & BreathingAcceptance & Pride