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commentr/StutterAug 5, 2022
1 points

Family who should understand my problem demands me to speak normally Strangers who shouldn't even know I have stutter problems have patience and understanding when I talk...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterAug 4, 2022
5 points

I’m an adult woman who stutters. I do not think he is doomed to poor social relationships and not being able to find and keep a decent job. If he says/shows that’s it’s not bothering him much, you’re ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentMindset shift+3 more
commentr/StutterAug 2, 2022
18 points

I one time had a teacher ask me to read aloud. I looked her in the eye and said I can but do you want this to take a hour. It was 20 seconds on silence before she asked someone els to read....

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesPublic Speaking
commentr/StutterAug 2, 2022
2 points

Ta det bara lugnt kompis, om de hjälper berätta för dem att du har en stamning direkt så blir det garanterat lättare. Förstår att de också är svårt men skicka ett dm om du vill ha lite tips hur jag ha...

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commentr/StutterAug 1, 2022
7 points

What a shame you feel that way. I have a stutter that can be quite severe, but I never give up trying with people. Some will laugh at you; some won’t give you the time of day. But others will try for ...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Hope & MotivationSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterAug 1, 2022
1 points

I have stuttered all my life. I make fun of it and use it to my advantage in conversation. It really isn't all bad and I have the confidence to enjoy it. People have tried to use it to bully me for ye...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterJul 30, 2022
1 points

The fact that he hasnt even noticed just proves that its a problem. And if he has noticed, he’s obviously okay with it since youre still together. A lot of people tell me they respect me for having a ...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterJul 29, 2022
6 points

There's nothing wrong with stuttering. Most good/reasonable people do not think any less of a person that stutters. If you're cool and confident about it, most other people are cool with it as well. T...

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Identity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterJul 29, 2022
6 points

Trust is fundamental to a relationship. Do you trust him? Respect is also fundamental. Respect yourself. If someone thinks less of you for your speech impediment, that's their failing. Not yours. So...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesIdentity & Self-PerceptionAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterJul 26, 2022
3 points

The thing is having a stutter you have to learn to be firm more than anybody else in order for people to take you seriously. When you were with your friend and you agreed and didn't want to cause conf...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & DisabilityAnticipation & Avoidance
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAuthenticity vs. MaskingHiding & Concealment
commentr/StutterJul 26, 2022
1 points

No I don’t need to chill you need to learn what simple decency and respect is. You brought this disrespectful on yourself, it’s deserved. Re-read your post the entire thing is about whether or not you...

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Stigma & BullyingIdentity & Self-PerceptionSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterJul 26, 2022
5 points

Easiest thing to solve is the issue with your friend. Tell her you're not OK with it. That might lead to a whole discussion where you can unburden some of your feelings. Next thing is this. You stutt...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2022
4 points

MENTAL: Resolve inner conflicts. Speak from the heart. Overcome trauma, depression, anxiety. Mindfulness. Stress resilience. Avoid unnecessary stress. Self-respect. Acceptance. Care less about other p...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAuthenticity vs. Masking+3 more
commentr/StutterJul 21, 2022
1 points

What kind of people are you all around who make fun of your stutter? Sure I'll get people who are confused on phone calls but I'll just tell them that I stutter and that fixes it. Usually "I stutter" ...

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commentr/StutterJul 21, 2022
1 points

Christ I get that all the time. However I’ve found that often just responding you have a stutter makes them apologise profusely. I don’t do it all the time but I always feel much better when I do and ...

Social & RelationshipsCoping & AdvocacyCommunity & Support
Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterJul 21, 2022
7 points

I once hit some coworkers with “you wouldn’t make fun of a guy in a wheel chair.” when they were cracking jokes at me and that change in perspective worked for a little bit....

Identity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Stigma & BullyingSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterJul 21, 2022
10 points

Don't overthink it. Keep it simple. "Please don't do that." The anxiety / pressure in those situations is rough. If it's too much in the moment, circle back to the offender at a later time. "Hey man....

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterJul 19, 2022
1 points

Trust me, you're preaching the choir, and I lived through exactly what you're living through as well. ​ >My biggest concern has never been for myself in these types of interactions. I ...

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commentr/StutterJul 18, 2022
2 points

I got a receipt but it only says how much I was charged and nothing else. The cost of everything is on a board (price increases included) and there’s no tax what so ever there but they’ll probably say...

Coping & Advocacy
Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterJul 18, 2022
3 points

I’m sorry to hear that. Did you get a receipt? You could maybe go back another time and say that you were over charged. I know that’s quite a big ask but you might feel more confident about yourself...

Coping & Advocacy
Self-Advocacy & Boundaries