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I don’t agree with you about several of the points you made! I like the idea of carrying around a note card, how she attempted to be accommodating, etc… however, making assumptions on someone’s abilit...

This is exactly what I do as well. I don't put it on any applications, but if I get an interview, I mention it pretty early in to take away any guess work on their end and let them know what's up. Bre...

I get your point. It's annoying. Also it's totally normal to want that patience and respect from others when you give that to others, too. I think most people don't know how to deal with it. Doesn't...

Thanks for answering and thanks for the video links. And the emergency scenario is a really good point. I actually might use that next time she brings it up...

I can never outright say my name so I always repeat back to them, “my name is blank” but the other problem is if I’m on a day when I can’t say my then I’m just screwed all around. Alternatively the ol...

I’ll try and say “I’m X, (my name) how are you?” In my own terms. It helps getting over with it and it helps with confident later on, since I started the conversation in a success and not a stutter....

Interesting. Say it in your terms not theirs. That makes sense. I do the opposite and try to say it at the last possible moment but that doesn’t work...

In fairness to the receptionist, she tried to be as accommodating as she knew how. Severe stuttering can look like a developmental delay or a neuromuscular disorder and is very rarely encountered "in ...

Honestly it sucks, I can’t lie, and what you need to do depends a lot on what you need right now. A lot of it is phone work which is borderline impossible for me. If you have family or friends to help...

Can you explain how you managed to self advocate for yourself? Mentally I can’t self advocate for myself. I feel like I have to work 5 times harder than everyone else just because of my stutter, but y...

Hmm.. I don't really see the problem. I mean the point is to communicate what you want to say right. And this secondary behaviour that you've developed is just an inflection of your voice. It allows ...

Work in retail. Since this is retail/medical I wouldn't be too worried about it. If you go in with your ID ready, even if they don't need to scan it, it will help you keep from having to verbally give...

happens to me literally all of the time. I know how you feel. People always act like I am a child and incapable of handling myself, including distant family. I’ve had my doctor asked if I had a ride h...

That is one of the most ignorant things you could say - next time instead of shutting up I'm going to explain to them just how wrong that comment is....

I had trouble with exams and not turning in homework in math class in 10th grade. The teacher would keep pressuring me to ask questions when it’s obvious I wasn’t paying attention. One time I caved in...

I’m sorry this happened. Maybe it’s just me being a Karen… but I would NOT let that slide. I think this could be a very valuable learning opportunity for everyone there. I would write a short and poli...

One time I was arrested (nothing stutter related) and one of the people booking me in was asking if I was on some "strong stuff" and started talking slower to me...funny how when ur really mad u don'...

It’s funny, I’ve had “cool, let’s never talk about how much stuttering sucks ever again.” I’ve also had “how did you overcome it?” To which I tell them HCRI, practice and confidence.” Be ready for e...

I've been in this exact same situation and it's not easy my friend. It doesn't get easier the more it happens either. They won't even remember this incident by the next day. I usually say 'sorry, I ha...

Ahh shit man. That sucks. Let out a big cry and pick yourself up. Eventually, the feeling will pass and you will have to face the world once again. Develop a tough skin, and if someone puts you down, ...