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commentr/StutterJun 28, 2023
1 points

I’m happy for you and understand your sentiment completely. I would just ask you to reconsider how you worded it. You don’t need your boss to *let you* stutter freely. You should feel free to stutter ...

Coping & AdvocacyIdentity & Disability
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commentr/StutterJun 27, 2023
4 points

Well as long as you start with "I have a stutter" or you may notice I have one etc then everything else is a free hit. If you struggle to even get that part out (which of course could happen) then j...

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commentr/StutterJun 26, 2023
2 points

What I’ll say is always be on his team. And always give him the respect you know he deserves, people who trust you will follow in your lead of having patience with his delivery without necessarily fee...

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Validation & EmpathySelf-Advocacy & BoundariesIdentity & Self-Perception
commentr/StutterJun 26, 2023
7 points

Let me start by saying, you're asking the absolute correct questions. "How can I support him?" and not "how can I cure him?". I can speak from experience, just KNOWING that someone has my back, let...

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commentr/StutterJun 20, 2023
3 points

I am a brave enough person, but stuttering prevents me from communicating normally with people, every dialogue equals humiliation.My dream is to be a history teacher and my goal for this year is to co...

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commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
3 points

I'd prefer if your boss said "he has a speech impediment. let him finish his sentences." instead. "be nice" is ambiguous. It would be a disaster if a new employee took "be nice" to mean finishing your...

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commentr/StutterJun 19, 2023
11 points

I try to judge by intentions. I'd bet they think they are helping you. If it bothers you too much, just bring it up with them. They are already on your side. They'll be understanding. Even if you j...

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commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
4 points

Firstly, thank you for your service, my grandfather was in the military too. Secondly, thank you for your words of encouragement but, I have to admit that I don't think I would have the guts to say so...

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commentr/StutterJun 18, 2023
9 points

I'm 33 in the military. I only state military because we are known to mess with people. No one really messes with me, honestly. Sometimes people may make a joke here and there but it's all about how y...

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commentr/StutterJun 17, 2023
11 points

You are NOT alone. I am 38, and this is happening to me right now at my workplace. I have had people look at me differently when I speak, but I still make an effort to talk regardless. I know I am int...

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commentr/StutterJun 17, 2023
13 points

You don't need documentation to address this. You need to stand up for yourself. That's the way to deal with any bully. Address it to the coworker on Monday. It's unprofessional and it needs to stop....

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Self-Advocacy & BoundariesEmployment & Career
postr/StutterJun 17, 2023
10 points

Advocating for Myself: Workplace Bullying and Being Picked on for Stuttering

Advocating for Myself: Workplace Bullying and Being Picked on for Stuttering Hi everyone, I have a mild stutter, but some days it can be difficult for me to get my words together and talk. I have a ...

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commentr/StutterJun 17, 2023
1 points

Once you did it ,you don’t withdraw anything,just wait for company answer!!! People don’t understand,when you stammer and making a phone call or going for interview it’s need have some balls!!!...

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commentr/StutterJun 16, 2023
1 points

Hi, I stutter. …. (Do not break eye contact) I need to get my car inspected. It is very hard, but it is the only way. Do it. We believe in you!...

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commentr/StutterJun 15, 2023
5 points

>*"Has anyone tryed hypnosis for treatment of stuttering?"* I did one hypnosis session. The positive result was that I didn't stutter for the next three days. After three days I formed the opinion...

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commentr/StutterJun 15, 2023
2 points

Can I just say that your first step should be to get your car inspected? You have to start small. I go to my local shops often and ask for a drink or a chips packet. Unlike supermarkets, here you hav...

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commentr/StutterJun 14, 2023
1 points

I used to be this way. I've gotten in a few alterations, but mainly when I waa younger (about your age). As I got older I grew more comfortable with myself and my stutter. I would still call people o...

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commentr/StutterJun 14, 2023
-1 points

Lol no, you are making it bigger deal than it is with cards or stuff like that imo. We are not deaf, we can communite with voice and mouth. If it is a long conversation, we can say "btw i have stutt...

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commentr/StutterJun 8, 2023
1 points

Why you want to know that do you have mild or severe stammering. A person who stammers is a stammerer and one should accept it. Now the main thing is to how you can manage your stammering and be good ...

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commentr/StutterJun 3, 2023
2 points

"Before we start this interview I just want to disclose that I have a speech impediment that usually consists of a block/repetitions. If you hear any abnormal pauses that is what it is. Now with that ...

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Disclosure & Telling OthersSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries