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commentr/StutterJan 3, 2017
1 points

It prolly has a lot to do with breathing. My stutter is definitely impacted by my inability to breathe clearly through my nose. ...

Coping & AdvocacySpeech & Stuttering
Mindfulness & BreathingPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterDec 29, 2016
3 points

This. I can sometimes panic that I'm going to struggle that I try getting it out before anything goes wrong. Then, obviously something does. If I just stop, breathe and carry on, it'll be fine. I've...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringMindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 29, 2016
3 points

Take a breath. I stutter most when I don't remember to breathe. I need to take a beat to respond to questions and I stutter because I'm responding too quickly. ...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Mindfulness & BreathingOverthinking & Monitoring
commentr/StutterDec 18, 2016
2 points

Of course, they will. But I'm reluctant to tell anyone about my stutter. I think, it's natural for anyone having this problem. Also, I don't normally stutter in front of my parents. So, even they don...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Avoidance & SubstitutionMindfulness & BreathingDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 17, 2016
2 points

"Just stop caring" can mean more than one thing, and can be a very positive approach. I'm reminded of the buddhist concept of letting go of attachments, craving, aversion, expectations. It doesn't m...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindset shiftMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterDec 7, 2016
2 points

Yes, mindfulness is needed to identify the thoughts and emotions you have while in the process of verbalization. When mindful, you have the free will to engage or not engage in the obsession and compu...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Mindfulness & BreathingOverthinking & Monitoring
commentr/StutterDec 7, 2016
2 points

This is very interesting. And I can definitely relate to it. Mindfulness and meditation has helped me a ton with stuttering. Mindfulness can help deal with the thoughts that come up before, during, a...

Coping & AdvocacyAnticipation & Avoidance
Mindfulness & BreathingOverthinking & Monitoring
commentr/StutterDec 5, 2016
3 points

There isn't any pill or medication that can cure stuttering. I recommend counselors, practice, and meditation. ...

Community & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Advice RequestsMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterNov 30, 2016
9 points

Hey, don't give up ! I'm 25, stuttering since I'm young, i'm having some random blocking, it goes crazy when i'm anxious/ stressed out. I had those days that I couldn't even plug 3 single words in a ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Avoidance & SubstitutionValidation & EmpathyMindset shift+2 more
postr/StutterNov 30, 2016
1 points

Does anyone take dietary supplements?

Does anyone take dietary supplements? Recently, I've been waking up and taking two pills. One is a combination of [caffeine and theanine](https://www.amazon.com/L-Theanine-200mg-Caffeine-100mg-Scienti...

Causes & VariabilityMeds & SubstancesCoping & Advocacy
Situational VariabilityHelpful Med OutcomesSide Effects & Risks+2 more
commentr/StutterNov 30, 2016
2 points

I suffer from blocks as well. If I know I have to make a phone call (for example), right beforehand I do a thing called 4-7-8 breathing, you can google it, there are some videos on YouTube if you want...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterNov 27, 2016
1 points

hey im extremely new to meditation and really want to try it to help my stuttering. can you list out how you meditate in order to relieve your stuttering? thanks!...

Community & SupportCoping & Advocacy
Advice RequestsMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterNov 23, 2016
2 points

Indeed it's interesting ! Even something as common as taking a jacuzzi can help me being fluent next day. It's a matter of stress inside your body. Hmm pretty sure the event(s) was all the way back w...

Causes & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Stress & Fight/FlightTrauma & PsychologicalMindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterNov 23, 2016
1 points

They have them all over the world. I went to one in massachusettes and one in georgia. It's 100% worth giving it a try. It's all free too so you got nothing to lose. I think its super interesting to...

Coping & AdvocacyMeds & Substances
Mindfulness & BreathingRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)
commentr/StutterNov 16, 2016
1 points

So I developed a stutter when I was in about 3rd, or 4th grade. It started after I began taking one of many ADHD medications. It was either Ritalin or Straterra, can't remember which. It was fairly ba...

Meds & SubstancesCoping & AdvocacyCauses & Variability
Stimulants & CaffeineMindfulness & BreathingRecreationa substances (e.g. Alcohol, Cannabis)+2 more
commentr/StutterNov 14, 2016
2 points

I'd say try a meditation session just before the interview. Also research 4-7-8 breathing exercises, there's a few YouTube clips if your interested. Best of luck....

Coping & AdvocacyCommunity & Support
Mindfulness & BreathingAdvice Requests
commentr/StutterNov 13, 2016
2 points

Not draining be very relaxing and calming. Helps me a lot being in the moment and not getting all bunged up worrying about my next block. Just a half hour or so a day. ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterNov 13, 2016
2 points

Interesting. I didn't know meditation has a draining effect. I'll have to seriously set time aside and do that. Thanks...

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
commentr/StutterNov 13, 2016
4 points

yeah, it happens to me too. I think it's the relief feeling we get after crying that makes our body more relax and this alone helps through better speaking in general....

Coping & Advocacy
Mindfulness & Breathing
postr/StutterNov 13, 2016
11 points

I've noticed I speak much better after a really long emotional cry. Is this true for others? Is there any way to replicate that?

I've noticed I speak much better after a really long emotional cry. Is this true for others? Is there any way to replicate that? Hi guys, first time poster. Hoping to find some answers and share exper...

Coping & AdvocacyCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Mindfulness & BreathingStress & Fight/FlightHope & Motivation