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commentr/StutterMar 31, 2026
3 points

I know the feeling, bro. It is horrible, sorry for thatt. I've developed a strategic way to make myself less nervous during presentations. Before I even start the presentation, I just let them kn...

Emotional ExperienceCoping & AdvocacySchool & Work
Anxiety & Social JudgmentFluency TechniquesPublic Speaking
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2026
1 points

i have lost any hope, i dont anything might fix this. just ignore it like its nothing, speak whatever, however and stop the fear of being judged. just ignore everybody . thats what i do nowadays ...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional Experience
Mindset shiftAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2026
8 points

All my friends and classmates have gotten used to my stuttering, but it's still awkward and embarrassing to speak/answer in front of an audience, and I avoid it as much as I can :(...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & Avoidance
Anxiety & Social JudgmentShame & EmbarrassmentHiding & Concealment
postr/StutterMar 31, 2026
4 points

Comfortability Talking to People

Comfortability Talking to People I doubt I'm the only one who feels like this. Generally, the more I know a person, the more comfortable I am talking to them. With most people, I know that they want...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Hiding & ConcealmentAnxiety & Social JudgmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2026
2 points

Keep holding on. Some days will be better than others. I am 30 now. My stutter has always been a roller coaster. It was severe as a child. I almost never talked outside of time. For high school and co...

Causes & VariabilitySpeech & StutteringEmotional Experience
Severity & FluctuationOnset & Life-Stage ChangesAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
postr/StutterMar 31, 2026
6 points

Something that actually helped my speaking anxiety (not what I expected)

Something that actually helped my speaking anxiety (not what I expected) I’ve struggled with speaking anxiety/stuttering for a long time, especially in situations where I feel put on the spot. Recent...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Mindset shiftAnxiety & Social JudgmentAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterMar 31, 2026
1 points

I think the best solution for us is treating the anxiety more than the stutter itself. For example, after a good gym session my anxiety decreases to a level I can speak without any block for a while....

Emotional ExperienceCauses & VariabilityCoping & Advocacy
Anxiety & Social JudgmentStress & Fight/FlightMindfulness & Breathing+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2026
2 points

Thank you for the comment. Actually i truly believe its all from stress. Lately his teacher was on sick leave and after new teacher came. We noticed him hard blinking and the stutter worsened. At the ...

Causes & VariabilityEmotional ExperienceParent & Caregiver
Stress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social JudgmentEarly Concern & Onset
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2026
1 points

Try to get him seen for anxiety. While he could definitely just be developing a stutter, the stress of starting school can put a lot of anxiety on you. There’s the idea of new friends, new classmates,...

Emotional ExperienceParent & CaregiverCauses & Variability
Anxiety & Social JudgmentEarly Concern & OnsetStress & Fight/Flight
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2026
6 points

Yes, for me it does help, including with words that feel “haunted,” but not in a magical way. What I mean is this: instead of experiencing speech only from inside my own head, I try to imagine that I...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Overthinking & MonitoringAuthenticity vs. MaskingAnxiety & Social Judgment+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2026
2 points

Well done for the discovery. From my personal experience, stutter is result of underlying anxiety, which causes the muscles that helps you speak tense. I used to get other muscles tense as well, like...

Speech & StutteringCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Physical TensionStress & Fight/FlightAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2026
1 points

treat them like 2 separate things. First do everything in your power to manage your social anxiety. I think most pws fall into this category where social anxiety basically cripples our ability to spea...

Emotional ExperienceAnticipation & AvoidanceCommunity & Support
Anxiety & Social JudgmentHiding & ConcealmentAdvice Requests+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2026
3 points

The same situation here but I think mine is milder. I can record a video for social media without any block, I can talk with family and friends almost with any block (depend on the day and the level ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Anticipating StutteringAnxiety & Social JudgmentRepetitions & Prolongations+1 more
postr/StutterMar 29, 2026
8 points

Advice For Social Anxiety Amplifying Block

Advice For Social Anxiety Amplifying Block First let me preface by saying my impediment is mild to moderate. I can’t imagine what it is like for you all with a sever stutter. I’m so sorry you live thr...

Emotional ExperienceSpeech & Stuttering
Anxiety & Social JudgmentBlocks & Stoppages
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2026
3 points

Я тоже заикаюсь, но сейчас очень даже успешно с этим справляюсь. У меня были моменты, такие же как у тебя: я не могла произнести ни одного слова, перед этим не скорчив лицо (в попытках вытолкнуть слов...

Anticipation & AvoidanceIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAcceptance & PrideShame & Embarrassment+1 more
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2026
2 points

Totally get it. I know what words will trip me up so I end up psyching myself out. You just gotta hit it without giving yourself the chance to doubt your ability. ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Anticipating StutteringAnxiety & Social Judgment
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2026
1 points

I don't have strong feelings about your posts either way, but you're very clearly antagonizing the people in this comment section, and I don't get why you think that would be a positive thing for the ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social JudgmentStigma & Bullying
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2026
1 points

I spent my whole childhood in speech therapy. One speech therapist actually suggested I learn sign language because my stutter wasn't getting better. I was laughed at and taunted and socially isolated...

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Avoidance & SubstitutionShame & EmbarrassmentAnxiety & Social Judgment+3 more
commentr/StutterMar 28, 2026
1 points

In high stakes situations like these, ALWAYS disclose your stutter. It takes the elephant out of the room and it definitely reduces your anxiety and self monitoring around your stutter. It’s like taki...

Coping & AdvocacyEmotional ExperienceIdentity & Disability
Fluency TechniquesSelf-Advocacy & BoundariesAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
commentr/StutterMar 28, 2026
1 points

Name one sentence where I diminished your progress. I have a feeling you know exactly what I’m talking about but you’re purposely misleading my words....

Anticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionAnxiety & Social Judgment