Teen Stuttering: Practical Suggestions for Carryover

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The art of conversation involves so much more than merely acquiring greater fluency

From: Alan Badmington
Date: 18 Oct 2010
Time: 16:05:49 -0500
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Hi Lori, I was heartened to read of the steps that you are taking to improve the interpersonal/social skills of your teenage clients. The art of conversation involves so much more than merely acquiring increased fluency. While others develop these attributes from a very early age, persons who stutter tend to remain on the fringes of such interaction. It is not surprising that many PWS find themselves deficient in these areas. It is great that they are becoming empowered by using their techniques and tools in supportive environments before transferring those gains out into the real world. When we achieve something that we, hitherto, regarded impossible, it causes us to reconsider our limiting beliefs. If we conquer something that has challenged our advancement, we grow in stature. When we overcome hurdles, it opens our eyes to possibilities that we could never have imagined. When we are stretched by a new experience, we likewise grow as human beings. Thank you for sharing. Kindest regards Alan


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