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commentr/StutterDec 9, 2019
28 points

I would begin your presentations by telling you’re audience that you stutter. Maybe even make a little joke about it. I used to say something like “Ok guys I stutter so talking in front of groups is r...

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commentr/StutterDec 3, 2019
0 points

Ask them directly, in front of other people. Let them explain why it's so funny in front of a crowd....

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commentr/StutterDec 3, 2019
2 points

I took this as a teachable moment and educated them on what Stuttering is....

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commentr/StutterDec 2, 2019
2 points

Seriously ?! You need to talk to them about that issue. Tell them: if I were in a wheelchair, would you make fun of me? Then why are you doing it for my stutter ?...

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commentr/StutterDec 2, 2019
11 points

Bro I don’t blame you. I’ve had the same thing happen. You can’t let people bull doze you even in conversation....

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commentr/StutterNov 27, 2019
22 points

I am currently working on it. But I can now say my T’s better than ever and such. I haven’t been this fluent in about 20 years. I have adopted a “go get them” mind set. Take no prisoners. I feel mad a...

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commentr/StutterNov 27, 2019
3 points

Follow up with the person and ask them what you can do to help support them. Indicate that you care. Stutterers are very self conscious of stuttering, so when they stutter don't smile or laugh or be i...

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commentr/StutterNov 25, 2019
8 points

This isn't okay. It's a physical disability. I'm 20 and it's as big of an issue as ever for me. Respectfully ask your dad to stop joking with you about it and do some actual research on different caus...

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commentr/StutterNov 25, 2019
4 points

Is he trying to help? I wouldn't like someone quieting the room for me either. Maybe you can tell him a better way to help....

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commentr/StutterNov 24, 2019
2 points

I hate when people talk for me. It’s annoying. Gotta remember, it’s a small moment in time. Take your time with yourself. Don’t over exert yourself. If it happens, try again and get better next time. ...

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commentr/StutterNov 20, 2019
1 points

Do it and tell them upfront about the issue and let them know you're nervous about coming across badly. They will not only accept and appreciate that you told them this, if anything it will help your ...

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commentr/StutterNov 20, 2019
1 points

do it for sure! in fact, telling them that you have a stutter may help with it and your chances of getting accepted...

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commentr/StutterNov 19, 2019
2 points

This is absolutely a thing. It's not right that you have to disabuse people of their mistaken ideas or work harder to prove yourself, but it's life. A funny thing about my particular disorder....

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commentr/StutterNov 19, 2019
1 points

of course it only makes sense we got underestimated especially for men, the antidote is not to be more assertive, but to earn the respect....

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commentr/StutterNov 19, 2019
8 points

fucking do it mate, I did an interview with some school in the U.S. back then, I told the interviewees that I stuttered, long story short not only did I get admitted but I got full scholarship lol. No...

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commentr/StutterNov 19, 2019
4 points

I hate this stereotype but "c'est la vie" I have made it a point to be assertive when it comes to things that matter. Sometimes I feel like I am pushed into a situation where I can't though... I was...

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commentr/StutterNov 19, 2019
11 points

I like it when people finish it for me. I think it suits the drowning analogy better. Yes please grab my hand and help me out, don't just stand there watching my drown to be 'polite'....

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commentr/StutterNov 19, 2019
3 points

If you have the confidence just fiat out say something like "Hey before I start, I tend to stammer quite a bit so bear with me", so that people can understand easier and if you do find yourself stamme...

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commentr/StutterNov 17, 2019
1 points

Fuck the vibe! If you’ve got something to say, say it. What you have to say matters just as much as what anyone else has to say...

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commentr/StutterNov 16, 2019
2 points

That's a real blessing. I don't know if you can, but if so I'd try to go back to either not noticing or not caring about it. Fuck all those jerks and anyone who might laugh. You were being yourself an...

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