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Stuttering & the Magic Pill There is no magic pill to cure stuttering (sorry for that cold hard fact). However, there are speech therapies, devices, and drugs that may help with fluency. I have had amazing speech therapists help me along my journey along with hypnosis to assist me with…

Stuttering & the 5 Second Rule. This book completely changed my life in such profound ways that I had to make this video so that everyone knows the power of this book. Whatever you are facing in life, this book is for you. The tools in this book gave me…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by The Tedd Huff show. Check out the podcast titled, "Marquez Mosher Gives You A Glimpse Into Finding Vision Through Perspective" -…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by Sarah Prout - Quit Hiding Your Magic (Episode #54). I totally agree with Sarah that we each have a unique gift…

Stuttering & Emergency Situations. As a PWS (person who stutters), how do you handle emergency situations? If there are more bystanders, do you delegate someone else to make the 9-1-1 call? Subscribe for more weekly content. https://goo.gl/Cddg4w Correspondence: My Stuttering Life Pedro Pena PO Box 1585 La Porte, TX USA…

Stuttering & Alcohol. When I drink, I have been told that I do not stutter. I have been asked why don't I drink more often and my reply is that I have to work and I need to stay sober for that! With regards to cannabis use for stuttering, I…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by Dr. Eric Madrid - Heal Thyself Radio, Using A Holistic Approach. Check out his latest podcast on Anchor titled: Natural Approaches…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by Andy Proctor - More Happy Life. Check out his latest podcast on Anchor titled: Jumpstart Positive Emotions With Your Body (Episode…

Stuttering & Technology. There is no argument that advances in communication technology has enabled us to live an easier life. As a stutterer, I completely agree although I know that it is not the end-all or be all of the communication. I know that at some point I will need…

Stuttering & Negative Self Talk. As a stutterer, I've had a negative voice in my head for such a long time until I learned to stop it. Subscribe for more weekly content. https://goo.gl/Cddg4w Correspondence: My Stuttering Life Pedro Pena PO Box 1585 La Porte, TX USA 77572 Check out my…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by Aubrey Marcus. This podcast (Episode #98 - No More Excuses - 40 Mins of Fire with Gary Vee) is all about…

Stuttering & Your Job. There are many misperceptions regarding people who stutter and employment. The misperception that we are shy, guarded, anxious, etc. is just not true. People who stutter bring valuable skills to the marketplace and employers should hire people who stutter based on their KSA's (knowledge, skills &…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by Lewis Howes. His podcast is titled "How To Overcome Obstacles - Episode 640" and he discusses five obstacles in his life.…

Stuttering & Difficult Situations. I have had 5 difficult situations that I have been in as a person who stutters. These five difficult situations are Presentations, Introductions, Restaurants, Elevator and the job telephone interview. As a stutterer, all these difficult situations have happened in my life and I have learned…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a person who stutters. This week's podcast is by Positiviteeny. Positiviteeny's podcast is all about messages of hope, love, and inspiration. Check out their latest podcast titled: Happy Songs -…

Each week I will choose a podcast that has inspired me and has a direct correlation in my life as a stutterer. This week's podcast is by Gordon Light - Strength of Body & Mind. Gordon Light states that there is a mind-body connection and when you change your mindset,…

Stuttering & Empathy. My stutter has taught me a great many things but the most important thing it has taught me is empathy. I am able to put myself in the other person's shoes so that I can have a deeper connection. This is an important aspect of emotional intelligence…

Stuttering & Advice for Teachers. As we start another school year and the excitement fills the hallways, children who stutter feel different emotions such as anxiety, fear and tension. My advice for children who stutter is to speak with your teacher in private and discuss that you have a speech…

Stuttering & Making Peace With Your Past. In my two years of personal development, I learned that making peace with your past will allow you to proceed with your future. I have many regrets of shutting people out of my life who did not understand what I was going through…

Stuttering & the Power of Words. If you are told your entire life that you will never amount to anything, you're stupid, you're slow, etc.. you are going to take those instructions and apply them to your life. The people who are saying these negative and damaging words have no…

Stuttering & the Disease To Please. As a stutterer, I always was isolated from everyone else because no one wanted to be around that kid who stuttered, sputtered, hissed and spit. I found a way to be around the "cool" kids by people-pleasing. Whatever they needed I was there to…

Stuttering & My Name. It is very frustrating when you have a block in saying your name and the other person responds, "Did you forget your name?" In my 20+ years of speech therapy, I approach this with a statement, "I have a speech impediment". The other individual often apologizes…

Stuttering & the Military. I always questioned whether or not my stutter would keep me from serving my country. I set my goal after high school to join the US Air Force and to NOT let my stutter dictate my life course. Through passing the ASVAB entrance exam and completing…

Stuttering & The Fear Of Failure. I have always kept to my comfort zone because I knew that I could never fail in that safe place. What I didn't know is that with each failure, there is an opportunity to learn from it and apply it so that you have…