At a wall
I’ve always struggled with stuttering, and it’s become increasingly difficult as I’ve aged. At 30, I’m a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and I’m miserable in my job. I’ve interviewed for various positions, but I always start stuttering. It’s frustrating because many people make assumptions about people who stutter, similar to how people with Southern accents are often perceived as less intelligent. However, these assumptions are not based on reality.
I’m exhausted by everything that contributes to my stuttering. It’s hard to engage in conversations that I genuinely want to participate in because it takes me so long to speak. People often think I come across as rude, but that’s not the case.
For example, the other day, I held the door open for a man and he smiled and thanked me. He even complimented my glasses. My throat tensed up, and I couldn’t speak. He just gave me a strange look. I hate my life so much.
Communication is crucial in life, and I struggle with it. You have to be able to sell and advocate for yourself . I don’t know what to do or how to help my stutter. I feel like my life is never going to improve.