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commentr/StutterMar 4, 2026
1 points

He just looks so uncomfortable I am inclined to help lessen the load, I understand what you mean and welcome the feedback. It’s also awkward for me as I don’t want to bring up his stuttering, we are n...

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commentr/StutterMar 4, 2026
1 points

For me it’s more so that he looks so panicked and anxious that I want to make the interaction easier for him, in his case it seems to happen more with women and it’s not just speech it’s his whole bod...

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postr/StutterMar 3, 2026
16 points

Is it normal to exploit other people’s weaknesses to put them down and feel better about yourself?

Is it normal to exploit other people’s weaknesses to put them down and feel better about yourself? I’m going through something difficult and I need to share. I’m currently doing an internship at a co...

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commentr/StutterFeb 17, 2026
3 points

This is infront of alot of politicians not sure disclosing a weakness like this would be good. Could he used against me...

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postr/StutterJan 21, 2026
8 points

I have a trial coming up and I’m the plaintiff. Wish me luck!

I have a trial coming up and I’m the plaintiff. Wish me luck! Hi everyone, like the tittle says, I have a trial coming up in a few weeks. I’m the plaintiff in this case. I have a pretty moderate case ...

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postr/StutterJan 20, 2026
1 points

Interviews!!!

Interviews!!! How do you face interviews? Any trips and tricks would you like to me!!! I messed up interview due to my stutter. Not another one. Stress controlling and other 🥲...

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postr/StutterJan 11, 2026
10 points

I keep stuttering during work meetings and making a fool out of myself. I think it's time to quit. The stress is too much.

I keep stuttering during work meetings and making a fool out of myself. I think it's time to quit. The stress is too much. I feel like if I keep being stressed every day, it’s only going to make my st...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
2 points

100% possible I stutter and joined the army right after high school. I did active duty infantry for 4 years, then switched to reserved for another 4. The biggest challenge I faced was speaking to a...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
7 points

No one in my chain of command gave me trouble, but I did have some people attempt to bully me until I put my fist in their face....

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
12 points

I’ve been in the US Army for 12 years. Once you get over the jokes (or beat them to the punch and make jokes before they can) it’s fine. No one cares about your stutter as much as you do. I will say, ...

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commentr/StutterJan 10, 2026
6 points

1st thing 1st thank you for your service my man, and a combat role is what I’m looking forward to also. Figured it would be rough but did others give you hell about it? Like higher ups or upper comman...

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commentr/StutterJan 5, 2026
10 points

I am a severe stutterer in IT. Interviews were always hell to me. Probably failed a few due to not being able to articulate my answers and thoughts properly. Landed a few jobs simply because I think t...

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commentr/StutterNov 27, 2025
3 points

I totally understand, I'm manager & when I need to tell my employees to do something I instantly Developed blockage & have hard time getting the task out that needs to be done. There is a few of them ...

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commentr/StutterNov 26, 2025
5 points

I find it extremely unprofessional that an interviewer would laugh at someone’s disability! Seriously, I would report them to HR! Fk working for a company who treats people with disabilities like th...

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commentr/StutterNov 24, 2025
1 points

This is well said. I have a terrible stutter that amplifies drastically when in high stress situations. I’m in the military, and every time I try to speak with high ranking officials, it comes out ful...

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commentr/StutterNov 14, 2025
3 points

Do what you would do with any other person. You don't have to strain yourself to hold eye contact because that feels stressful too but eye contact is respectful and can show comfort and patience which...

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commentr/StutterNov 14, 2025
1 points

no do not break the eye contact because he will feel that he made you uncomfortable, so he would be more nerves. just be normal and act like nothing happened and keep smiling....

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commentr/StutterNov 1, 2025
2 points

It's the same for me, but when the flow is interrupted because the other party is talking, if they are not mindful and inclusive simply because of their nature and style of talking, it's very hard to ...

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commentr/StutterOct 24, 2025
2 points

quick question. do doctors have bosses or someone to report to? if so, how do you deal with bosses who try to "save" you from speaking, except you didn't ask for that. and how do you respond to peopl...

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commentr/StutterOct 22, 2025
0 points

If you think a medical doctor giving an app a thumbs up means it’s credible, you’re insane. You really think these doctors even fully understand stutters. Have you ever explained your stutter to a doc...

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