In this episode of Sunflower Conversations, James Dunn speaks with Vikesh Anand, TEDx speaker and founder of STUTTA (Australian Stuttering Association), about living with a stutter and advocating for greater awareness and acceptance.

 • What stuttering is, including different types of speech blocks and covert vs overt stuttering
 • The mental load of masking speech, including anxiety, shame and constant self-monitoring
 • Finding community at 28 through a stuttering support group, shifting towards acceptance
 • Moving into advocacy and creating spaces like “Speak Freely” through STUTTA
 • The importance of patience and not finishing sentences for people who stutter
 • How the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower supports confidence and awareness in daily life

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