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commentr/StutterApr 30, 2021
1 points

Thanks for the reply! It is definitely a long process and needs courage and work. I have a question: Do you think that telling people about your stutter before speaking is necessary? I feel like I ...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterApr 23, 2021
1 points

I read a lot of stories where parents didn't take it seriously. On the other hand, my parents took it way too seriously which has ended up backfiring. The root of my stuttering is my cerebral palsy, s...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & AdvocacyParent & Caregiver
Neurological & BrainSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesTreatment Decisions
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2021
1 points

I was blisfully unaware of my stutering as a child too. It was until my teacher in second grade made me go to the psychologist of the school and then made my parents send me to speech therapy. I remem...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & WorkCoping & Advocacy
Shame & EmbarrassmentSchool & Academic LifeSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2021
3 points

I used to pronounce my hard K sounds like a T sound, I went to speech therapy at school and also dealt with the same issues with the “intellectual disability “ thing in early grade school. I eventua...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionAuthenticity vs. MaskingSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2021
3 points

"The thing is we've never talked about her speech as it hasn't bothered her." It may sound like you just have her best interest at heart but you also go on to say "She's been homeschooled and in a qua...

Parent & CaregiverIdentity & DisabilityCoping & Advocacy
Home SupportAcceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 18, 2021
1 points

I feel like everyone with a stutter has been mocked by their friends. My friends would do it out of building a rapport so I didn't take offense, I just really didn't like it so I told them not to chir...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesFrustration & AngerValidation & Empathy
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2021
3 points

I practice daily reminding myself that it's part of who I am Also helps talk easier Fuck those girls It seemed more like a hook up Find a girl that loves you for who you are mate...

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Acceptance & PrideSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesDating & Romance
commentr/StutterApr 16, 2021
1 points

Hey mate! I feel you, and I know how hard it is.. but sometimes it has everything to do with how we see ourselves, and not how others sees us. As a stutter, I always think that people avoid me or lea...

Identity & DisabilitySocial & RelationshipsCoping & Advocacy
Acceptance & PrideFriendships & BelongingSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 15, 2021
2 points

Work out. Hit the gym. Do some martial art like boxing. If anyone says anything you, even if you can’t beat them up, you’ll feel better to stand up for yourself, like asserting that you need for them ...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesQuality of Life
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
3 points

I would call them out. Just say “what the hell do you find so funny? My stuttering?” They will feel like ass clowns and you will look brave for not only admitting you stutter but for also standing up ...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social JudgmentAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
2 points

Ignorance is the biggest form of stupidity. It is only ok if you let it. What they think of you will eventually become reality. If I don't stand up for myself now, when? Until my self esteem drops to...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social JudgmentIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
2 points

You can always just tell the person you’re talking to that you stutter and there may be some long gaps during your order. You can let them know you’re finished ordering by saying “that’s all” or somet...

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Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
1 points

What works for me is always talking no matter of I stutter. I'm part of Facebook groups always going live and always talking with family and friends. We need to face our fears to succeed fluency....

Coping & Advocacy
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
2 points

So, IF shit gets weird in front of people I would go out of my way to fight through the stutter and stay confident. That will make HIS insecure self shrivel away. If you can do that, then you will h...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
3 points

Stutter Beautifully! Be open with your stuttering! Family, friends, and loved ones know you stutter (I assume). He is marrying your true self, so BE your true self giving your vows and saying his na...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
3 points

I don't know if you're a minor, but if you're older just avoid him. If you're a kid still, there isn't much you can do I think (assuming that you don't live in a first world country). That being said...

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commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
4 points

Every country has different laws about what must be said in the vows. My country states that the full names only need to be said once during the ceremony and can be done by the celebrant. Have a look ...

Coping & Advocacy
Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 9, 2021
1 points

He’s so precious haha but yes! I will defo bring up that when he brings up stuttering again. It think it’s much better that he brings up the topic then me...

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Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterApr 8, 2021
1 points

I would say (1) don’t complete his sentences and (2) figure out a way to let him vent when he’s had a bad speaking day - but follow his lead. My parents never acknowledged my stutter and to this day ...

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Hiding & ConcealmentSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesHelplessness & Agency+1 more
commentr/StutterApr 8, 2021
2 points

Not rude at all! Yes, I committed to speech therapy since the start of the year and my therapist felt happy to hear that I'm beginning to find new confidence. I owe it all thanks to him that he told m...

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