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Listen "Some Stutter, Luh! S06E05: Train Wrecks, Rare Diamonds, and Wonderful Experiences - Alex Delgado"
Episode Synopsis
Description:
This episode of “Some Stutter, Luh!” podcast welcomes Alex Delgado, a writer and a person who stutters shares his story of transitioning from being a covert stutterer to embracing open stuttering. Listen to Alex’s story that highlights the importance of community, creativity, and a mindset shift in overcoming the stigma associated with stuttering.
In this episode:
00:00 Intro
01:05 About Alex Delgado
05:06 Stuttering Support Group
08:27 The Interview!
12:38 Why did you decide to become an open stutterer?
20:55 Train Wreck vs Wonderful Experience of Stuttering
23:40 Alex and the Stuttering Support Group
25:59 Alex is a writer
30:03 Thank you!
Notes:
Alex discusses his ambition to be influencer on YouTube, where he provides advice and share experiences with other stutterers. Through self-discovery and connecting with others, Alex realized the importance of authenticity and made a conscious effort to embrace open stuttering. He now openly discloses his stutter in conversations and has found that this not only reduces his anxiety but also empowers him to face challenges with greater confidence. Alex advocates for reframing stuttering as a unique trait rather than a limitation. Referring to the book Beyond the Fear of Stuttering by Mary Wood, it is emphasized how a mindset shift, such as reframing "train wreck speaking experiences" as "wonderful moments of stuttering," can help transform one's perspective.
Alex delved into the psychological dimensions of stuttering, emphasizing how emotional states like stress and anxiety can exacerbate fluency issues. He stresses the importance of building a supportive community and shifting the narrative around stuttering from one of struggle to one of strength and uniqueness. Alex considers his participation in the Stuttering Support Group on Discord a significant aid in embracing and accepting his stutter.
He also shares his passion for writing, mentioning his current projects, including a mystery novel and an anthology of short stories. He has published some of his short stories online on Inkitt.
Alex Delgado:
https://youtube.com/@iamthenight2024
“Beyond the fear of stuttering” by Mary Wood:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Fear-Stuttering-Journey-Self-Acceptance/dp/B09WLGHL2Q
Shuttering Support Group:
https://discord.com/channels/583077735212122114/@home
https://www.reddit.com/r/stutter
Alex's Writings:
https://www.inkitt.com/alexdelgado
This episode of “Some Stutter, Luh!” podcast welcomes Alex Delgado, a writer and a person who stutters shares his story of transitioning from being a covert stutterer to embracing open stuttering. Listen to Alex’s story that highlights the importance of community, creativity, and a mindset shift in overcoming the stigma associated with stuttering.
In this episode:
00:00 Intro
01:05 About Alex Delgado
05:06 Stuttering Support Group
08:27 The Interview!
12:38 Why did you decide to become an open stutterer?
20:55 Train Wreck vs Wonderful Experience of Stuttering
23:40 Alex and the Stuttering Support Group
25:59 Alex is a writer
30:03 Thank you!
Notes:
Alex discusses his ambition to be influencer on YouTube, where he provides advice and share experiences with other stutterers. Through self-discovery and connecting with others, Alex realized the importance of authenticity and made a conscious effort to embrace open stuttering. He now openly discloses his stutter in conversations and has found that this not only reduces his anxiety but also empowers him to face challenges with greater confidence. Alex advocates for reframing stuttering as a unique trait rather than a limitation. Referring to the book Beyond the Fear of Stuttering by Mary Wood, it is emphasized how a mindset shift, such as reframing "train wreck speaking experiences" as "wonderful moments of stuttering," can help transform one's perspective.
Alex delved into the psychological dimensions of stuttering, emphasizing how emotional states like stress and anxiety can exacerbate fluency issues. He stresses the importance of building a supportive community and shifting the narrative around stuttering from one of struggle to one of strength and uniqueness. Alex considers his participation in the Stuttering Support Group on Discord a significant aid in embracing and accepting his stutter.
He also shares his passion for writing, mentioning his current projects, including a mystery novel and an anthology of short stories. He has published some of his short stories online on Inkitt.
Alex Delgado:
https://youtube.com/@iamthenight2024
“Beyond the fear of stuttering” by Mary Wood:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Fear-Stuttering-Journey-Self-Acceptance/dp/B09WLGHL2Q
Shuttering Support Group:
https://discord.com/channels/583077735212122114/@home
https://www.reddit.com/r/stutter
Alex's Writings:
https://www.inkitt.com/alexdelgado
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