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commentr/StutterFeb 27, 2020
3 points

I try to meditate every day for 5 or ten minutes. It helps reduce my anxiety which helps reduce my stutter...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

Try not to become anxious when you feel like you are going to stutter. When you are experiencing a block just take a step back and take a deep breathe....

Coping & Advocacy
Fluency TechniquesMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

If your test value is less than 15 seconds, deep breathing will block your air....

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

You need breath to speak. Good breath=Ease in speaking. When we get anxious, we forget to breathe. As stutterers, we want to rush through the words and not breathe at all! So always take a deep breath...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Stress & Fight/FlightMindfulness & BreathingBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

This is a just a test, not my complete method. I also apply EMDR for mental power. Only a multi disciplinary method can cure stutter....

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Anticipating StutteringMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

I believe, there can't be a cure as a pill or a therapy working only on one side. Because fluency depends on: 1. Mental calmness ( emdr) 2. Breathing balance (keep it costal) 3. Correct articulation ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringMindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
1 points

I can spend thousands of hours training my speech with a little improvement, or I can actually relax, read a book, go to the gym, meditate, learn new programming language etc., which will improve my m...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Energy & Biological RhythmsMindfulness & BreathingAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterFeb 26, 2020
2 points

I wish you luck. I was on Zyprexa and Zoloft and it turned me into a zombie. I choose traditional techniques such as diaphragmatic breathing over meds now. I'm happier now that I accepted my stutte...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Anticipating StutteringMindset shiftMindfulness & Breathing+1 more
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2020
1 points

For me the golden combination was choline + l-theanine + magnesium threonate, i take this every day except maybe weekends for choline. And when i have a public presentation i add propranolole and diaz...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionStress & Fight/FlightFluency Techniques+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2020
2 points

Your therapist guides you into a relaxed state of mind called "trance" in which it's easier to interact with your subconcious. In this state you can work on past experiences or beliefs about yourself ...

Coping & AdvocacyTherapy & Professional
Mindfulness & BreathingTherapy Experiences
commentr/StutterFeb 25, 2020
3 points

All if the previous posts are spot on and I would like to add my 2 cents. I use buffer words too "hey", "hi", and I know it is a crutch so I also incorporate diaphragmatic breathing to help start a ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 24, 2020
2 points

Hey OP, thanks for sharing - I identified with a lot of your stuttering experiences and even some of the life ones. Good on you for putting yourself out there - with AA, with counselling, for going b...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentPreparation & Rehearsal+3 more
commentr/StutterFeb 24, 2020
1 points

Same situation here. I would suggest to reach out to an organization for support. I don't know what country you are in but there are many organizations such as Stamily.org, or CampSay.org or the Na...

Community & SupportCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Advice OfferedValidation & EmpathyPersonal Stories+2 more
commentr/StutterFeb 24, 2020
3 points

You have mental blocks against people. Check my posts about EMDR. If you also try to speak long with a less air in your lungs, you will get stuck at the end. If your M Test result is about 20 second...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceTherapy & Professional
Mindfulness & BreathingAnxiety & Social JudgmentSeeking Therapy
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
1 points

A lot of methods from the book Stuttering & Anxiety Self Cures by Lee G Lovett helped me change my speaking mindset. In the book Lee suggests trying your best to speak before you think too hard ab...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindset shiftMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
1 points

Deep diaphragmatic breathing with a long full breath of air. The key is to not have any hesitation at the top. Make sure your articulators are relaxed too. Your articulators are your jaw, lips and ton...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Mindfulness & BreathingPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
1 points

I have been where you are and I want to tell you that you will get through this. There are great international organizations such as Stamily.org that can be of support for you. You also have us in t...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationMindfulness & BreathingFluency Techniques
commentr/StutterFeb 23, 2020
2 points

Okay so after a year and half of therapy, I can confidently say that in my case atleast, the confidence gained by these exercises, proving to myself that I really can speak without stuttering (Albeit ...

Identity & DisabilityEmotional ExperienceCoping & Advocacy
Identity & Self-PerceptionHope & MotivationMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2020
1 points

I’m pretty fluent when talking to myself and even more when I speak to my dog. I’ve found breathing exercises and calming myself helps a lot. I’m even more fluent when I’m angry and yell. I have a lo...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingFrustration & AngerAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterFeb 22, 2020
2 points

Yeah! The Canadian Stuttering Association has regional group chapters: [https://www.stutter.ca/find-help/support-groups-in-canada.html](https://www.stutter.ca/find-help/support-groups-in-canada.html) ...

Community & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Validation & EmpathyMindfulness & Breathing