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From: Jason Northrup
Date: 09 Oct 2009
Time: 09:26:38 -0500
Remote Name: 169.226.75.15
When I read this, you were describing many of the behaviors, thoughts, and feelings that I have always had. I grew up thinking that I would just always have difficulty saying certain words and speaking in certain situations. I have developed my own set of tricks and strategies that help me get through those tough times when disfluency strikes. Nicknames, addresses, phone calls... it was like you were reading my mind. I was a part of an amazing program at The College of St. Rose in Albany, NY in the Spring of 2009, that involved group and individual therapy. There was always this feeling of "do I really belong here?" because of the fact that I was a covert PWS. Blocking, word changing, and simply avoiding difficult situations became part of who I was. I, too, was trapped in that gray area. I still feel like I am. I don't openly "stutter" like many of the individuals that were a part of the program. So I just wanted to say 'thank you' for taking the time to write this, and for reminding me that I am not alone. Due to schedule/time constraints over the past few months, I have been unable to make room for stuttering in my life. I think it's time that I get more involved and start taking a look at joining a local NSA chapter. Thank You! -Jason Northrup