Blog Lists | STAMMA

Keeping the light of perseverance on

Despite being bullied as a child for his stammer, Abu Abraham tells us how the prospect of a better future, as well as his mother's words of encouragement, gave him the motivation to succeed.

My Story — 21.07.21

The day my mindset changed

Teacher Abid gives us an evocative snapshot of growing up in 1980s Bradford, when support for his stammer was thin on the ground. But broadening his horizons later on in life helped him to think more positively.

School & University — 15.07.21

What helps my covert stammer at school

Olivia describes what it's like at school when you have a covert stammer, and gives ideas for working with your teachers to create a safe space for stammering.

School & University — 19.04.21

"Yes, Mrs Cunningham"

Abid Hussain dreaded the morning register at school. Nowadays it's him who takes it. Read about he grew in confidence to become a teacher himself.

My Story — 22.02.21

The World is Your Stage

As for many of us, school was a struggle for Nasir. That was until his first drama class. Read how being on stage gave him the confidence to succeed in his career and even try his hand at stand-up comedy.

School & University — 19.01.21

Living with a stammer while studying

Christine recounts her student days, when she did everything in her power to hide her stammer. Making her more and more depressed, she realised she couldn't keep it secret any longer. Here she tells us the results of being open about stammering, and gives advice for other students who stammer.

Work & Job Hunting — 06.11.20

Covid: Challenges, achievements & positives

Jack tells us how Covid-19 has affected his year, with uni work and jobs being disrupted, and face coverings and remote working being an issue. Despite that, he reflects on the good things that have happened in 2020 so far.

School & University — 17.07.20

Being vocally proactive at uni with a stammer

Nilima talks passionately about becoming a student ambassador and not letting anxieties over public speaking and introductions stop her from realising her ambitions.

My Story — 02.06.20

I cannot imagine life without my stammer

Sarah Brooks didn't think she had the attributes needed to get a job. Here she writes about growing in confidence at university and starting up a business, with all the challenges it involves.