In this episode of Stutter Chats, Matthew Perez and Brandon Davis sit down with Kaleb Brown, a passionate advocate for stuttering awareness and leadership. Kaleb shares his personal journey with stuttering, founding the first National Stuttering Association (NSA) chapter in Oklahoma, and how he built a supportive community for others who stutter.
๐น How can physical activity like running help with stuttering?
๐น What challenges do people who stutter face in professional environments?
๐น How can we build more inclusive spaces for self-advocacy and empowerment?
๐ฅ Key Takeaways:
โ Kaleb founded Oklahomaโs first NSA chapter
โ Running provides peace and helps manage stuttering
โ Self-acceptance and leadership go hand in hand
โ Building a supportive network boosts confidence
โ Professional spaces need more stuttering awareness๐ฌ
Memorable Quotes:
๐ฃ๏ธ "Running gives me peace and control."
๐ฃ๏ธ "Embrace your voice, even when it's hard."
๐ฃ๏ธ "Donโt compare yourself; just be consistent."
๐ Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Stuttering Advocacy
04:52 Personal Journey and Community Impact
09:38 Navigating Professional Environments
14:26 The Role of Physical Activity
19:12 Embracing Identity and Advocacy
24:12 Advice for Aspiring Leaders
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