897. Dysfluent 🤐 (Learn English with a Short Story)

[@boburjonyoqubov547]

Hi Luke , I wanted to say really thank you for your serious approach to teaching it by story telling in English , for the man ( I) who has been struggling to find a job for 2 years in a row and facing a failure every time it’s fantastic therapy I would say . Phew , how I am tired of it , graduated nearly 2 years ago and still can’t find a job for which I would wake up with “can’t waiting for “ start my lovely working day , 2 years 146 rejection mails . But if anyone in the same situation as me , pls don’t be upset , just keep going , if it won’t working out at least you would know that you had been trying 😢

[@thomasv.a.392]

I am an Indian living in Kerala State, India. English is my third language. Your teaching is excellent. I learn English through your lessons. Unlike other English speakers, you speak legibly and I can understand your speech well. Thanks Thomas V. A.

[@pergen8444]

Hi Luke, I don’t know if you’ll see this, but the timing of this podcast couldn’t be more perfect. I was born with a speech impediment (a stammer) and have always struggled to speak. In 2017, I moved to England without knowing any English at all. Due to my condition and being an extremely introverted person, I didn’t attend an English academy to learn the language-I was afraid people wouldn’t understand me, as has often been the case. Instead, I taught myself English through your videos, films, and series. I’ve mimicked everything you say in your videos, repeating it aloud, and I’ve watched nearly every one of them. I also love books, and reading aloud every day has helped me immensely in my learning. English is my third language, and I can’t thank you enough for your work. God bless you! P.S. Your teaching style is amazing-less grammar rules and more natural conversation. I love it! Jajaja.

[@rahafahmed2853]

😍

[@TasneemMohamedSoliman]

wow😍

[@nnf.viola12345]

❤

[@MamunRazzak]

❤

[@suehsuk]

Have you overcome your stammer?

[@Su-op3xb]

As a speech therapist, I was very curious to see how this episode would deal with the stuttering issue. And I am impressed. Good educational work! The episode really shows what it is like to live with dysfluency and does away with prejudices and misdiagnoses. The belief that stuttering is psychological is unfortunately still widespread. But listening to the end was difficult because I lacked a hopeful outlook. There are helpful and evaluated therapies and people who stammer don't have to miss out on fulfilling careers. Nevertheless it was an interesting episode!

[@mirchung2772]

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[@zazakhadidja4198]

Could you help me with some treatment programs for stuttering in children?

[@nilarwin2244]

@@zazakhadidja4198 nice nice nice nice

[@Su-op3xb]

I sent you two links already. I hope you find a therapist in your country. Best wishes, Su

[@ilcommenda7284]

😊

[@GianlucaMariaLecchi]

❤great job as usual Luke. It' s important to talk about real stories and raise discussion on sensitive topics as disimpairment and disabilities .

[@azucenagranowski683]

Phenomenal! The way you read and explain vocabulary is simply magnificent! Thank you!

[@RhillEnglish]

🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 00:00:22 *📜 Storytelling setup and introduction to disfluent speech* - Introduction to interactive fiction storytelling. - Discussing the unique premise of navigating daily life with a speech impediment. - Exploring the differences between stammering and stuttering. 00:04:32 *🧠 Understanding the causes and effects of speech impediments* - Speech impediments caused by neurological factors. - Debunking the myth that speech impediments stem from psychological issues. - The impact of stress on exacerbating speech impediments. 00:09:17 *🎮 Interactive fiction gameplay mechanics and exploration* - Introduction to "disfluent," an interactive narrative centered on communication challenges. - Explanation of gameplay mechanics using colors to indicate difficulty levels in dialogue options. - Highlighting the storytelling approach to educate while engaging with vocabulary. 00:19:22 *🌟 Coping mechanisms and positive aspects of living with a speech impediment* - Managing day-to-day interactions with bouts of fluency. - Finding silver linings in the condition and its impact on daily life. - Anticipating and managing speech blocks using learned techniques and experience. 24:15 *🗣️ Anticipating and Managing Speech Blocks* - Individuals with speech impediments develop strategies to anticipate and manage speech blocks. - Some stutterers can hide their impediment overtly or covertly. - Strategies include anticipating blocks and finding ways to navigate around them. 25:23 *🤔 Approach to Fluency and Self-Censorship* - Discussion on personal approaches to speaking with fluency or managing blocks. - Importance of authenticity in communication despite challenges. - Avoidance of self-censorship to maintain genuine expression. 28:50 *😴 Managing Stress and Daily Challenges* - The impact of stress and sleep management on speech impediments. - How daily stressors can affect speech fluency and block occurrence. - Strategies for improving "good days" through stress and sleep regulation. 33:22 *😬 Balancing Excitement and Apprehension* - Handling conflicting emotions (excitement and apprehension) during busy days. - Anticipating challenges and ups and downs in daily activities. - Importance of staying composed and focused on speech control. 40:04 *☎️ Managing Stutter During Phone Calls* - Challenges and strategies when making phone calls with a stutter. - Impact of lack of nonverbal cues on stuttering. - Techniques to manage speech blocks during phone conversations. 47:27 *📞 Phone conversation challenges* - Dealing with blocks during phone conversations, - Techniques like counting down to overcome speech blocks, - Frustration and expletives when the call is abruptly ended. 50:14 *🚌 Bus journey reflections* - Reflecting on fluency techniques while waiting for the bus, - Comparing situations in another language to managing speech blocks, - Internal thoughts and concerns about missing bus stops and daydreaming. 57:35 *🧠 Childhood therapy session memory* - Recollection of a childhood therapy session focused on stuttering, - Impact of misdiagnosis and emotional effects on self-perception, - The lasting psychological impact of early experiences with speech therapy. 01:00:01 *🎮 Game store visit and interaction* - Interaction at the game store counter after a challenging phone call, - Feelings of embarrassment, shame, and frustration post-phone conversation, - Decision-making between revealing speech difficulties or playing along with a perceived technical issue. 01:06:56 *🍽️ Restaurant anticipation and emotional conflict* - Anticipation and conflicting emotions before meeting friends at a restaurant, - Thoughts on favorite and least favorite foods, including humorous disdain for a particular French sausage, - Internal dialogue about speech challenges and social interactions with friends. 01:11:24 *🗣️ Challenges of being understood with stuttering* - Social circles often perceive stuttering as a quirky trait rather than a significant condition. - Well-intentioned but misguided comments from friends hinder meaningful discussions about stuttering. - Reluctance to broach the topic in new social settings due to past misunderstandings. 01:13:56 *🎉 Celebrating a friend's birthday* - Warm greetings and enthusiastic welcome from friends at the birthday celebration. - Presenting a gift to Clementine, evoking genuine happiness and gratitude. - Ordering food becomes a daunting task due to speech difficulties, causing anxiety. 01:18:32 *😄 Participating in group jokes* - Attempting to tell jokes amidst friends, struggling with the pronunciation of words. - Sharing light-hearted moments through humor, albeit with challenges in delivery. - Feeling both the pressure to contribute and the frustration of speech blocks during storytelling. 01:25:33 *🍨 Enjoying dessert and post-meal interactions* - Choosing and attempting to order dessert, navigating through speech difficulties. - Relishing the camaraderie and conversations around the table post-meal. - Clementine initiating a game that involves movie trivia, challenging verbal participation. 01:31:33 *🕴️ Interacting at the dry cleaners* - Handling a casual interaction at the dry cleaners, choosing responses to casual questions. - Experiencing a speech block during a lighthearted exchange, affecting communication flow. - Reflecting on the unpredictability of stuttering in everyday social interactions. 01:34:36 *☕ Tea ordering dilemma* - Ordering tea at a café creates anxiety about using one's name, a friend's name, or a fake name. - Feeling awkward about using one's own name. - Considering alternatives like a friend's name or a fake name. - Reflecting on the implications of choosing each option. 01:36:00 *🎒 Childhood memories resurface* - Recalling a challenging childhood memory involving stuttering in a classroom setting. - Feeling dejected and disappointed after a difficult interaction with a teacher. - Reflecting on the emotions of anger and confusion. - Longing to make one's younger self proud amidst current challenges. 01:39:41 *🚶‍♂️ Reflections before a job interview* - Reflecting on past memories and conversations before entering a job interview. - Recalling mixed emotions and memories of the day. - Struggling with self-silencing tendencies despite negative experiences. - Focusing on maintaining positivity and motivation amid inner conflicts. 01:42:00 *👔 Job interview preparation* - Preparing for and experiencing a job interview while disclosing a stuttering condition. - Describing the interviewer as approachable yet possibly strict. - Choosing to disclose the stutter at the beginning of the interview. - Navigating difficulties in presenting skills and goals fluently. - Struggling with speech blocks and maintaining fluency during interview questions. - Choosing between focusing on giving the best answer versus being fluent. - Experiencing moments of speech block and rephrasing under pressure. - Feeling uncertain about the interview's outcome despite efforts. 01:52:30 *🎬 Movie reflection and personal growth* - Reflecting on a movie scene involving a character with speech difficulties. - Feeling emboldened and courageous after relating to the character. - Tentatively testing the waters of discussing personal challenges with friends. - Contemplating career choices and personal identity in light of past experiences. 01:56:23 *🤔 Post-interview reflection and doubt* - Reflecting on doubts and uncertainties after not getting the job. - Questioning the decision to disclose the stutter during the interview. - Seeking comfort and support from friends during a period of self-doubt. 01:58:40 *🗣️ Advice and Support in Friendship* - Providing the best advice and support to a friend in need, - Understanding the importance of listening and offering comfort during difficult moments, - Managing personal reactions and maintaining eye contact during emotional conversations. 01:59:21 *🤔 Understanding Venting and Support* - Explaining the concept of venting and its role in emotional release, - Recognizing the impact of active listening and thoughtful responses, - Discussing the dual role of offering advice and simply being present for someone. 02:00:53 *🎤 Sharing Personal Experiences of Stuttering* - Describing the physical and psychological aspects of stuttering, - Expressing frustrations and challenges related to communication, - Highlighting the desire for acceptance and understanding from others. 02:04:04 *🤝 Acceptance and Supportive Friendship* - Reflecting on the importance of feeling accepted and understood, - Embracing vulnerability and sharing personal experiences openly, - Appreciating the support and empathy of a close friend. 02:05:19 *🎮 Interactive Storytelling Reflection* - Reviewing the interactive storytelling experience and achievements, - Encouraging exploration of different narrative paths and outcomes, - Appreciating the educational value of interactive fiction in exploring personal challenges.

[@allysanimalchannel]

Wow, amazing work! Thank you for this!

[@Lemo2uk]

I really benefit from these videos. His speaking style is very clean, modest which is easy to understand and easy to improve on! Thank you !

[@mishararoshani9290]

❤❤❤❤ totally true

[@M.Sumanathissa]

Thank you very much dear teacher I learned many things in addtion to English language Wish you the best Dr Sumanathissa Psychiatrist from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@mehrdadkhakpour6388]

I am suffering from a speech impediment and I thank you for your brave efforts to mitigate it.

[@cabdicasiisjirde]

Keep up the good work teacher

[@Hja00228]

Another story!! Thank you Luke!! These are my favourites along with your rambling episodes

[@carolaxis]

Wowww. This episode has been the best. Not only for the story but also for the way you react at each time you have to choose among those difficult options. You have a special gift sharing your thoughts and feelings. I could, in a way, easily understand those stressing situations due to my problems at hearing. Conversations are always a great struggle. Thank you for your job. You let me thinking. ❤

[@kerimovsgr4526]

Hi I support you story very important for me.I improve English skills.Thank you.I watch from Azerbaijan.

[@most.nahidanastarin2398]

Luke!! A wonder man!! I discovered you in KZbin a few days ago. I watch 4/5 videos of you in this time. The most mesmerizing thing to me in you is your teaching style, your teaching capacity, quality. I also wanted to be a teacher like you in my younger ages😅.but later on i tried to be a doctor and failed in admission test and finished my academic session as an agriculturist😂. And now i am a house wife and raising up my three kids. And i am mid thirties now and still i cherish a dream to do something for myself 😊. But don't know what to do and how to do 😢.

[@discovergbrftech2953]

Every talk with subtitles, very helpful❤❤❤❤

[@r_arslan2222]

Hello Luke! A big thanks to you! I’m originally from Azerbaijan and have been living in Finland for about 7 years. My English isn’t very good, but I need it for my studies and work. The big problem is that I never learned English during my school years. But just a few weeks ago, I found your channel, and now I understand English better through your short stories and comments. Thanks a lot!

[@NataVLada13]

What a stunning man with an absolutely adorable manner of speech, graceful phrases and vivid examples. I can't stop listening to you😌

[@aijuansong4587]

What a creative idea for you Luke to have made this incredible episode!! I need to watch that inspiring film again❤

[@AliceinWonderland631]

Your long stories videos are my best. These are my favorite. Thanks❤

[@dafnysantos6413]

God bless you, Luke. Im terrible with English but you make the things easy.

[@natalied.4688]

Thanks a lot Luke for this new episode, it's rather difficult to talk about subjects like disfluencies, but you did it great ! With not only a great kindness but also respect, as you always do, and giving explanations that help us to understand better stammering issue. Thanks again and take care. Good day, evening everyone 🤗✨

[@manipurihunabopa]

Be ready to be surprised ! I speak 3 languages in total daily. My primary language is Bishnuprya Manipuri. National language is Bangla. I stutter in my native languages. I have been learning to speak in English since the covid-19 outbreak. Now I have discovered that I hardly ever stutter in English whereas I do still stutter in my native languages. How is it possible!

[@abdelrahman893]

Wow interactive fiction is actually worth a try ❤ thanks for this episode 😊

[@hyesunbaik5171]

아주 잘듣고있어요, 감사🇰🇷😁😁😁

[@injujuan8993]

Thank you, Luke, great gamification & story and all the love you give 💝😻! Have a lovely day ♥️♥️♥️

[@AminaCeesay]

This is an incredible piece of work that I have learned a lot from as a non native English speaker. Thank you Luke! I love your teaching style, and you are a great teacher.

[@yassouritsu6790]

I really enjoyed listening to you thank you for sharingurbtime with us 🎉

[@saddiqueakbar4774]

Brilliant way to improve English

[@virginiashuler6701]

MR, Luke I like the story, but it is so emotional because talking about it hurts.Thanks!

[@vinisafonso]

Luke, you are the best! Thank you so much for your content!

[@JackieXin]

Very good material,It’s worth to watch again.thanks Luke ❤

[@jenik6210]

Thank you for your work

[@ЛарисаБугаец]

Thank you so much for a very sensitive subject you chose for the video. I personally know a couple of people having this impediment and you know what? When they start singing they stop stammering.

[@МарияКарасева-н8ь]

Hallo,Luke. The interactive stories you do are the best!🎉🎉🎉

[@alphamsesay3289]

Thank you, Luke! Your videos are very helpful and I appreciate that. This episode resonates with me even though I don’t have a speech impediment, I struggle with a natural condition that affects my social well-being. Thanks for developing a great piece like this!

[@virginiashuler6701]

MR, Luke you really want us to understand the meaning of certain words, Thanks!

[@afroozm9413]

Thank you so much Luke, when ever I listen to your story I enjoy more .

[@maya.7057]

Thank you very much for the video! I think that person should've warned people in advance about their stammering speaking on the phone wirh some short phrase. People usually understand this kind of problems. If the clerk at the shop had been warned he would've been more patient and helpful, I'm sure. He just thought the line really cut off that's why he hung up. Actually this video is very helpful to struggle with your nervousness. I feel overnervous having a job interview without any stammering, But that person having this.. is just a hero! The story brought me to tears at times. Luke, you really chose not an easy story. But your way of telling the story, your emotionality makes all of these real and live. Thank you again!

[@13primaire]

I'm from Tunisia . i started an educational youtube channel and your podcast really inspire me.

[@성안나-n5e]

저는 점심시간에 체육관에서 운동하는 동안에 매일 들어요. 감사합니다~♡

[@FoxFoxy]

What an emotional and engaging short story. Thanks a lot to you and to the author! By the way, another film on a related topic is Front of the Class -- a heartwarming docudrama which tells about a teacher with Tourette syndrome.

[@ishaqueahmed2063]

First comment. Love the channel and pronunciation from Bangladesh🇧🇩

[@werayutsapso2764]

Great videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😊😊😊 I like it bravo 👏👏👏 thank you so much ☕️☕️☕️🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@ivory-e8p]

Thank you for teaching❤❤❤

[@silvianorisnoblerodriguez8544]

Yes this film was amazing. And so the way he resolve his problem...

[@virginiashuler6701]

MR.Luke, really i like your podcast you are a good teacher with much patience. Thanks!

[@RaiqiyaAli-bu3jp]

I have struggled in listening section especially in itles 's exam .Thus, I decided to listen to you Sir... It's helped me a lot...

[@МарияКарасева-н8ь]

I really enjoyed this episode,especially the way you explained Pavlov's research, so smart!

[@estherjeudy1067]

Hello sir, the lemon story was amazing, I’ve enjoyed it . Thank you so much and be blessed.

[@rajithalakmal8369]

Thanks for the episode!

[@AlihanKaymak-co8xt]

Hello Teacher Luke, I am a stutterer and have been listening to your podcast for the past 8 months. First of all, thank you very much for providing this wonderful English education for free. I really enjoy listening to and watching your content, and I appreciate the way you teach. Additionally, I value your sense of humor and the effort you put into teaching not only the language but also the culture and real-life usage. I would be very happy if you could make a video about the effect of stuttering on learning a new language. Take care, and thank you!

[@suehsuk]

I was a stammer boy before, and I cured it, and have been a teacher for 20year

[@Su-op3xb]

After overthinking my comment on this episode and reading Ally’s response, I feel the need to share an additional thought. In my “professional enthusiasm”, I failed to fully appreciate the author's engagement and Luke’s thoughtful and nuanced introduction to this sensitive topic. What I wanted to say is this: If you are dealing with a stammer, don’t give up on your dreams. Don’t stop looking for a qualified therapist! You can also find a partner and friends who appreciate you, as well as a job that matches your talents. Depending on which country you live in, it may be more difficult to find the right support, but it is possible. You could even become a famous actor, or a pioneer of speech therapy like Van Riper. Maybe not a king like George VI-but who would want that, anyway?

[@allysanimalchannel]

Your thoughtfulness and consideration are so admirable and I fully agree with your message! I want to sincerely thank you for your engagement with the story and video - your words are very inspiring. 😊 I wish you all the best in continuing your work, which was interesting and wonderful to read about!

[@START_TALKING]

Fabulous ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@hilalahmad7286]

Incredible stuff from Luke!❤

[@afroozm9413]

Thank you Luke for your amazing teaching. Keep it up

[@rafagortat9418]

I like it❤❤❤

[@kashem1735]

Awesome voice👌

[@vivianayacar3041]

Brilliant!!!! As always

[@mollietai8946]

LEP is the best medicine for your dysfluency. Worth a listen. Communication is real. Let the game begin!

[@cathyblazquez]

Eventhough Lewis Capaldi suffers from the Tourette syndrome, he has become a great singer. I know it's different from the stutter affection you are talking about. I watched a movie about an American young man who became a teacher in spite of the tourette syndrome. His students got used to it. And I have seen several films about autistic people who got jobs. And so on and so forth. They were all based on true events. I hope that if you stammer or stutter, you will have enough self confidence to surpass your affection and become optimistic enough to live a happy life. You sure have many qualities that people love.

[@twppqqr]

辛苦了! 這集

[@YcaroVidal18]

I love this book 📖

[@strangersinstrangersin5268]

Let's collect signatures for 2 episodes per week!🙏 poor Luke but they are great; tks Lukeeeeeeeee🙌🙌🙌

[@AbdullahBabiker-k6d]

Hi Luke i hope you in joined your summer with your family in the uk , i have been listing to your incredible podcast for sex months and it really helpful for improving my English ,and i really enjoyed ❤❤❤

[@Kamilu15]

Thank you! I always listen to the very last end of your episodes 💐 bouquet 💐

[@aryamwaid8823]

The it is intro Mike me happy ❤❤ THINK YOU LUKE’S English PODCASTS

[@svetlanaptitsa7023]

Thank you for this episode 😊

[@aDaisyu]

This is really interesting to listen to, and I learned a lot from this video, I like the way you explain those words which is very easy to understand, thank you for making it!!

[@AmitSharma-wp9dh]

Hey Luke sir, I listen to you everyday without looking at the video 😅. I put the phone in my pocket while going and returning back from the library every morning and night

[@dekasabriye9158]

I can’t wait the new episode I am so happy ❤

[@nachlebollywood1281]

Hi Luke Love watching all your videos

[@eshabduh4648]

I really appreciate how you explain thank you

[@justynakrzysztofik]

I love short story series ❤️‍🔥

[@williamwang6391]

I love the movie ! Glad you mentioned it 😊

[@hildaperez7791]

Amazing!🤗

[@danielecirrottola3206]

Great podcast.. thanks

[@roohital1074]

👌👍

[@Thunderstorm_Badrae]

I have always Loved job interviews, during my whole life. I always feel happy if I had one. ☺️ most exciting cool thing.

[@ЕвгенияЕвгения-к8п]

Love your lessosns

[@mehmet.albyrk]

Beneficial as usual for enhancing my speech performance and my correctness rate in utterance of the words.

[@mehmettekin9142]

I just wanna say thank you for your effort.

[@irenemendiolaza]

A friend of mine has this disadvantage. He is a radio announcer and when he is at the mic he doesn't stummer at all. From Argentina.

[@virginijas9148]

Thanks❤

[@Jshsoqbdjkdkwjekeddwq]

Thanks

[@ronalee8364]

I learned that in my housekeeping training that they gonna soak the whole cloth in a solvent then iron it when it's dry enough. (dry clean)❤❤

[@AtilaGoli-l6s]

Thank you teacher

[@yavuzselimoksuz6795]

We More advanced articles and stories ( sometimes). Thank you so much teacher

[@selcuksoyer9292]

Thank you...

[@MalaysiaSerena]

🙏

[@NewAmerican-g5]

ninja with a stutter, thanks

[@nilarwin2244]

Good learning I like it. I like it nice I’m watching it. I’m watching I like R items next to you I like it. I like how you teach me nice.

[@sunny_lavender83]

Hi Luke, thanks for sharing your great content! I would also love to learn French. You recommended a French podcast to your listeners a while ago, but I don't remember the name. I would really appreciate it if you would mention it again :)

[@LukesEnglishPodcast]

It was probably the InnerFrench podcast.

[@sunny_lavender83]

​@@LukesEnglishPodcast Thanks a lot Luke!! Maybe one day a podcast about your best tips and tricks for learning French. I would really like that :)

[@dawa4706]

teacher Luke ,I love stories,always learning a lot from your episode,thank you a lot,always I listen to your podcast watch your videos,I feel grateful to you.

[@takielddine9901]

Thnx

[@Subhanallah0000]

The same thing happened to me I was very upset and sad at that moment of 8 year old.😢😢

[@Cesarsanvicente]

A master class

[@Thunderstorm_Badrae]

I like this podcast. Hope when you have more time.beside your family life, to post again.

[@jyotichauhan6679]

thank u we r learning much and enjoying your podcast janamsahtami greetings from india to all

[@杨志康-q9g]

Nice content