My Story

Influencer Jessie on the idea behind her awareness-raising symbol which featured on BBC News.

Trainer Matthew tells us how being open about his stammer and facing his fears helped him embrace it.

Benita shares what has helped her to think differently about her speech and talks about the power of listening.

Nigel wonders if technology to track and measure bodily reactions can help with stammering therapy.

Josephine gives her tips for improving listening skills, which have helped her to build meaningful connections with others.

Wen tells us about her autobiography, about her stammer and the abuse she suffered. Contains distressing content.

Samuel tells us about the Royal Navy training course that helped him realise inner strengths and accept his stammer.

Stewart writes candidly about how unhappy he is with stammering, and describes the technique that helps him.

Sylvia describes the moment that transformed her fear of stammering.

Graeme writes about his stammering journey and the variety of approaches which have helped break down barriers.

James relives his first acting audition and tells us how being on stage has boosted his confidence no end.