Overcoming Stuttering: A Holistic Approach to Therapy and Self-Acceptance

In this episode of EZ Conversations, James Burden shares his journey as a speech therapist specializing in stuttering. He discusses the deeper issues of fear and shame associated with stuttering and how overcoming them can make a voice unstoppable. James recounts his experiences with various therapy approaches and mentors and how a personal crisis led him to rethink his methods. He now champions a holistic approach that includes self-acceptance and debunks the myths related to stuttering. James also touches on political movements around stuttering and the concept of ableism and provides practical exercises to help those who stutter. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone dealing with stuttering or interested in speech therapy. Email: [e-mail] Book a free call: https://www.stutteringblueprint.com/call-ig Free Masterclass:https://www.stutteringblueprint.com/register-ig Unstoppable Voice, the 3-Step System Helps Professionals and Entrepreneurs who Stutter Speak with Conviction—So They Can Confidently Stand Out in Meetings, Impress Clients, and Go After Their Goals… without constantly worrying about their speech." LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-burden-36525759/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/stuttering_blueprint/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553115650878&sk=followers  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@james_stutteringblueprint 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:58 James' Journey into Stuttering Therapy 02:34 Challenges and Realizations 03:56 The Concept of Ableism 05:28 Holistic Approach to Stuttering 07:09 Personal Adversity and Meditation 09:14 Self-Acceptance and Stuttering 11:26 Mindset and Stuttering 17:49 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 26:03 Political Movement and Advocacy 30:19 Practical Exercises for Stuttering 41:02 Conclusion and Contact Information Sponsors of the Podcast: BetterHelp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/ez10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of therapy WeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans. Aura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial Plunge: https://plunge.com/ez Mint Mobile: ⁠https://trymintmobile.com/ezconversations for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan Mental: ⁠https://getmental.com/ez NuCalm: https://nucalm.com/free-trial?/ref=ez for a one-week free trial Descript: https://get.descript.com/e2d248wpwtav for creating podcast episodes LeanWorlds: https://get.learnworlds.com/EZCONVERSATIONS Dr. Lewis Nutrition: https://drlewisnutrition.com/ez Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices