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commentr/StutterAug 16, 2020
2 points

Thanks a lot for saying that. These words comforted me more than anything. I have people around me. But they have their own lives and I just don't wanna be a burden upon them. I do keep a diary tho. T...

Coping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & BreathingEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterAug 14, 2020
4 points

In my case I realised my stuttering is heavily dependent on my anxiety levels. So I always try to keep my calm and speak slowly and patiently. It works for me. Try to meditate and calm yourself. Also ...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Stress & Fight/FlightMindfulness & BreathingAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterAug 13, 2020
4 points

I have been seeing one again for about a month now too! I also find that i talk more controlled and focus on my breathing a lot now which has really helped! hopefully this keeps up...

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Mindfulness & BreathingFluency Techniques
postr/StutterAug 13, 2020
15 points

Has ANYONE went to a speech therapist?Have you seen any results or improvements?

Has ANYONE went to a speech therapist?Have you seen any results or improvements? I am doing speech therapy about 1 month and i can see some good results, for example when i am about to speak i calm an...

Therapy & ProfessionalCoping & Advocacy
Therapy ExperiencesPositive Therapy TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 10, 2020
2 points

I can totally relate. Work with your therapist to learn some relaxation techniques. My daily routine consists of: (1) Mindful meditation- 10 mins (2) Read out loud - 10 mins (3) Practice diaphragmatic...

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Mindfulness & BreathingFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterAug 10, 2020
1 points

Well, this question I dread the most. Nothing much, unfortunately. I've been meaning to go to this Public Speaking forum called Toastmasters in/near my area/locality but have never actually got to it....

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Seeking TherapyMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 9, 2020
1 points

AWESOME!!! We share some similarities. My daily routine consists of: (1) Mindful meditation- 10 mins (2) Read out loud - 10 mins (3) Practice diaphragmatic breathing - 15 mins...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & BreathingFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterAug 8, 2020
1 points

An intentional inhale before speaking, very lightly and quickly saying plosive (b, d, g, k, p, t) and fricative (h, s, etc) sounds, easing Into the next sound by speaking gently the gradually raising ...

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Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 8, 2020
1 points

I now take Klonopin when needed, along with my adderall IR. Combined with daily meditation sessions, it’s a cocktail that works well for me...though, of course, I think it’s different for everyone—wha...

Meds & SubstancesCoping & Advocacy
Helpful Med OutcomesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 8, 2020
18 points

This is really good question I think it depends on your approach and what your speech generally manifests as. There are techniques that hep produce fluent speech in the short term, and there are techn...

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Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 8, 2020
9 points

i am in speech therapy right now, i have worked on diaphragm breathing, smooth starts and constant voicing so far. i’ve noticed my blocks are a lot shorter and less frequent! being in therapy has also...

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commentr/StutterAug 7, 2020
2 points

I’m so sorry to hear your sibling are essentially bullying you. To be honest, I know the horror and defeatism that comes with siblings being rude about your stutter. My brother would literally be up i...

Identity & DisabilityCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Stigma & BullyingTrauma & PsychologicalMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterAug 7, 2020
8 points

Just try to stay as calm as possible. Your nerves are already going to be high, heart will probably be pumping quicker than usual, try to combat that by taking as many deep breathes as you can or what...

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commentr/StutterAug 6, 2020
1 points

Before I know that I'm entering a stressful situation, I do my diaphragmatic breathing and I center myself. This works for me. When I'm exhausted, I don't stutter at all....

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Mindfulness & BreathingStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterAug 5, 2020
2 points

I’m listening to an audible book called “stuttering&anxiety cures:what 100 PWS taught me”. It says that when we try to not stutter we will stutter. I’ve been practicing focusing my mind on being c...

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commentr/StutterAug 4, 2020
1 points

Practice speaking but instead of focusing on the mechanisms of speaking, focus on a calm and steady mind and body. I feel this method I’m using attacks the physiological action of stuttering AND th...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & AvoidanceCauses & Variability
Mindfulness & BreathingOverthinking & MonitoringStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterAug 4, 2020
5 points

My 2 cents: Your story and my story are the same. My daily routine consists of: (1) Mindful meditation- 10 mins (2) Read out loud - 10 mins (3) Practice diaphragmatic breathing - 10 mind As far as ...

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Mindfulness & BreathingGenetic & Family FactorsDisclosure & Telling Others+1 more
commentr/StutterAug 3, 2020
1 points

I learned mindful meditation and I self practice and I read out loud at home. The more you practice, the better you improve....

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Mindfulness & BreathingPreparation & RehearsalGenetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterAug 3, 2020
2 points

Any directed mindful meditation or just on your own. Also when read aloud do you use techniques or just read aloud to yourself?...

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Mindfulness & BreathingSeeking TherapyGenetic & Family Factors
commentr/StutterAug 3, 2020
1 points

The best way I've found to help myself be more fluent is to take a deep breath, but push out my gut as I inhale & try to move my way up to my chest if that makes any sense. You can probably get a ...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & BreathingFluency Techniques