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commentr/StutterJan 1, 2024
5 points

I voluntarily stutter in the beginning of my speech so that they'd immediately know 1. that I have speech impediment 2. that I am not done when I block I don't know why some people scream at other p...

Coping & Advocacy
Voluntary Stuttering & ExposureSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterDec 29, 2023
1 points

My friend, this is so exciting! You are fulfilling a lifelong dream! My advice to you is to focus on that; and to be open about your stuttering. As you meet people, let them know that you stutter. T...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 28, 2023
1 points

Nope, I get my stuff out 30% of the time in situations like these. The trick is to become the one that makes everyone stop when you speak....

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Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterDec 28, 2023
1 points

Also avoiding some things that cause stress or make stuttering worse & actively preventing situations of discomfort. I don’t drink coffee now because it makes my stutter worse, I always tell peopl...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCoping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesHiding & Concealment+1 more
commentr/StutterDec 23, 2023
1 points

I agree with much of what you say, such as, addressing the reaction to triggers, stop blaming wrong factors (e.g., thinking that fear results in stuttering instead of the maladaptive reactions), not a...

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Fluency TechniquesSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 23, 2023
1 points

I understand your perspective on the Del Ferro method, but it’s important to highlight a key aspect: the method is not about identifying and psychoanalyzing triggers of stuttering. Many people who stu...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 23, 2023
1 points

The essence of the Del Ferro method lies in maintaining control over the diaphragm in all speaking situations. It’s not solely about distraction from speech triggers, as you described, but about maste...

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Fluency TechniquesSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterDec 23, 2023
1 points

If she makes fun of your stuttering she’s not the one for you. Better of knowing than living in the unknown. Like the other comment said I’m fairly open about stuttering in front of people and if the...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2023
1 points

just tell everyone you stutter. what’s easier: having a stutter and trying to hide it? or just stuttering and being OK with it? everyone admires ownership of any kind. if you stutter and own it, peopl...

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commentr/StutterDec 22, 2023
1 points

Decide what you would most want to do if you didn’t stutter. This is your answer…...

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 22, 2023
1 points

I also struggle with this but more so with making friends. As difficult as it is, you need to embrace your stutter more. Regardless of what people say about it or how they perceive your stutter, accep...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2023
1 points

If someone gave me a pen and paper to see if I could write I would ask if he's able to shove that pen up his ass and begin to roast the fuck outa him. Fuck people like that. Learn to stand up for your...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesFrustration & Anger
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2023
1 points

Yeah j just wave my hand and say I'm good.. they don't need my number to sell me something that doesn't have a warranty attached to it....

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Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2023
1 points

Thats not what happened. Its not the thing where they tell you to write, he wanted me to write so he can see if i write at normal speed....

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Self-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2023
1 points

No. If anyone handed a pen and paper to me I would stare at them 🤨 until they withdrew it. Or tell them "that's ok, I'll say it"...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 20, 2023
1 points

Okay I’ve learned you can either say no thanks ! Sometimes I text it on my phone and hold it up or when I’m feeling bold I just say it and if it takes me a little while to get it out then they gotta w...

Social & RelationshipsCoping & Advocacy
Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterDec 17, 2023
1 points

I've stuttered for all my life so far and I know how it feels. In school, I always have one of the same two reactions two my stutter. One: They treat me like I can't be smart because of my stutter, an...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterDec 16, 2023
1 points

I work in the dental field and I stutter, once your colleagues know its not a huge deal. My patients never say anything and just focus on the procedures. I’m in their mouth anyway so talking it never ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterDec 16, 2023
1 points

"Give me 20 seconds, the answer is loading. I have a stutter and proper nouns sometimes trip me up, my mouth isn’t ready yet." I'm thinking of carrying a card saying that. I can just show it if it's ...

Coping & AdvocacySocial & Relationships
Self-Advocacy & BoundariesDisclosure & Telling Others
commentr/StutterDec 14, 2023
1 points

My uncle who stutters just talked to Biden the other day. Not about politics. Not about political shit. About stuttering. It was great. Hit me up yall happy to talk...

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