self-acceptance

stuttering anxiety and weight loss leaving hiding behind

The Weight of Two Battles

There is a version of hiding that looks a lot like just staying home. No dramatic exit. No slammed door. No announcement that you are done with the world. You just stop showing up. The invitations dry up because you stopped accepting them. The phone goes unanswered because you told yourself you were just not […]

The Weight of Two Battles Read More »

, , , , ,
person sitting alone on a bench in the snow, growing up with a stutter

Dear Kid Starting High School With a Stutter

Photo by Leroy Skalstad on Unsplash A letter to every kid who moved to the back row, bought sweets to belong, and sang alone in their room because it was the only place their voice felt free. Read time: 5 minutes Dear 13-year-old me, I know you’re excited. You’ve got your new bag, your new

Dear Kid Starting High School With a Stutter Read More »

, , ,
A lone figure walking across a narrow bridge from darkness toward light, symbolizing courage over fear.

Your Stutter Isn’t the Real Problem. The Fear Is.

A Message for People Who Stutter “Everything you’ve ever wanted is sitting on the other side of fear.” – George Addair I know this quote might feel heavy when you stutter. Maybe you’ve read it and thought, “Easy for him to say.” But hold on. Let me tell you why this quote isn’t just pretty

Your Stutter Isn’t the Real Problem. The Fear Is. Read More »

, , , , , ,
Scroll to Top