What Every Stutterer Needs to Know Before Speaking in Public

I still remember the first time I had to speak in public as an adult.
My palms were sweaty, my mind raced, and my throat tightened. The fear wasn’t just about forgetting my words — it was about being heard while stuttering.

For years, I thought people would only respect me if I spoke fluently. I thought the pauses, blocks, and repetitions were signs of weakness. But here’s what I’ve learned after facing my fear of public speaking head-on: