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commentr/StutterFeb 6, 2026
1 points

My suggestion is to find a good psychological therapist since you’ve already tried speech therapy. Maybe work on the shame/discomfort/anxieties around stuttering, a professional will help you through ...

Therapy & ProfessionalEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Seeking TherapyShame & EmbarrassmentAcceptance & Pride+1 more
postr/StutterFeb 5, 2026
27 points

Is it really all in my head?

Is it really all in my head? If stuttering is all just in my head then I must be a big loser. So I'm a 22 years old loser than can't overcome her own stuttering huh? That's so depressing. For context...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
postr/StutterFeb 5, 2026
5 points

How do I feel less shame?

How do I feel less shame? How do I stop feeling ashamed when I stutter?...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAcceptance & Pride
postr/StutterFeb 5, 2026
2 points

Girls I’ve called my stutter cute and for that reason, I rejected them am I insecure?

Girls I’ve called my stutter cute and for that reason, I rejected them am I insecure? I (M21) want to be very clear that this was a couple of years ago when I was super insecure, but it’s still kind o...

Emotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Shame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterFeb 5, 2026
1 points

It’s painful. I remember my mom’s handwriting was hell big when she wrote “nothing, and thanks to god”. She was proud, and I was frustrated....

Emotional Experience
Shame & EmbarrassmentFrustration & Anger
commentr/StutterFeb 4, 2026
3 points

You should always look down at people that laugh at any type of handicap, speech impediment, misfortune. They are the total pieces of shit, not you. Unfortunately, I only came to that conclusion in my...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCommunity & Support
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 4, 2026
6 points

I still remember a substitute teacher said “can someone help him read?” When I was in 2nd grade. I’ll never forget the teacher or the principal gas lighting my parents....

Identity & DisabilityAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingExperiential AssociationShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterFeb 4, 2026
3 points

Don’t feel bad. I can’t even say my own name at the pharmacy. Thank god for the CVS code they don’t even care they just scan it. Saves me from humiliation....

Speech & StutteringAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Blocks & StoppagesFeared Words & NamesShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterFeb 4, 2026
7 points

Life with this stutter is even more difficult when ppl who are supposed to support you in your upbringing have such strict expectations for you. Like damn, you’re human too. Is your visible guilt an...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceParent & Caregiver
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentParent Emotions & Guilt
postr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
24 points

A 13 y.o student perfectly handled my stuttering better than a teacher

A 13 y.o student perfectly handled my stuttering better than a teacher Im an adult now, i just want to free my chest for this horrible memory, I was reading one of Juha's jokes aloud in a nervous, b...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesHiding & ConcealmentShame & Embarrassment+3 more
postr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
1 points

An 13 y.o student perfectly handled my stuttering better than a teacher

An 13 y.o student perfectly handled my stuttering better than a teacher Im an adult now, i just want to free my chest for this horrible memory, I was reading one of Juha's jokes aloud in a nervous, ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Feared Words & NamesHiding & ConcealmentShame & Embarrassment+3 more
postr/u_stuttering_clownFeb 3, 2026
1 points

Am I (23m) being emotionally abused by my roommate? (22m)

Am I (23m) being emotionally abused by my roommate? (22m) Last night, I had a genuine almost ego death with my own thoughts and started to think, that I need to run away. My roommate came home from ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/FlightTrauma & Psychological+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
3 points

This happens with me too. Like I get it why they would. Like there are times when I just go sssssssssssssssssss, and even people who are always supportive laugh cause it does get funny. It hurts me an...

Identity & DisabilityCommunity & SupportAnticipation & Avoidance
Stigma & BullyingValidation & EmpathyExperiential Association+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
13 points

I am facing the same situation at my new workplace as well, recently someone pointed out my stutter in front of everyone, i got so uncomfortable and tried to laugh it off idk why, and they took it as ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCommunity & Support
Stigma & BullyingShame & EmbarrassmentValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
16 points

I wish it was a small minority but in my case its most people. At least they laugh in your face. The people I hate the most are the ones that don't laugh in your face but they make fun of you behind...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Stigma & BullyingShame & Embarrassment
postr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
141 points

Guy laughed at my stutter ❤️

Guy laughed at my stutter ❤️ So yeah 👍 today when I was talking with a guy and was stuttering a lot (I’ve been very anxious). Anyway I he started laughing at me and said “you gotta let me have one la...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Hiding & ConcealmentStress & Fight/FlightShame & Embarrassment+2 more
commentr/StutterFeb 3, 2026
2 points

I was so embarrassed going places been asked for my name and I just couldn't say it, soon as I hit 18 I changed my name legally to one I didn't have blocks on.. How bad is it that even our names we ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Feared Words & NamesShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterFeb 2, 2026
1 points

I’m 39, and stuttering doesn’t fade with time. But I put God first and keep speaking anyway. I try to ignore the uncomfortable stares when I stutter— that moment when the whole room goes silent, lik...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Genetic & Family FactorsAnxiety & Social JudgmentShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterJan 31, 2026
2 points

Yes, I have become somewhat lazy in trying to hide the stutter. Every single social interaction I have is awkward so I have sort of given up trying to control it. I block HARD, shooting out my words ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Hiding & ConcealmentOverthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/Flight+3 more
commentr/StutterJan 30, 2026
4 points

Older adult here - been stuttering really well for 50+ years. I was covert for more than half those years, because I was filled with such shame and fear of rejection. Being covert - in hiding - handc...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentShame & EmbarrassmentAuthenticity vs. Masking+3 more