Not everyone who stutters shows it all the time. There are people who become very good at hiding it by substituting words, avoiding high-octane situations, and choosing to remain quiet to avoid stuttering. People like this are often identified as having a "covert" stutter.Both Maya and guest Sarah Nelson identify as covert stutters. In this episode, they talk about passing as fluent, disclosing to their families and friends, and analogies that describe their experiences. Other topics include:“Do I Stutter Enough?”Harmful phrases that perpetuate ableismA good example of someone reacting to your stutterGetting through interviews with a stutter“Am I Disabled Enough?” - Embracing a disability identity Mentioned in the episode:Untamed by Glennon DoyleBE PART OF THE SHOW:Rate this pod - https://ratethispodcast.com/proudstutter Have a question or comment - Leave a voicemail for Maya & Cynthia at (415) 964-0140 - this is a voicemail-only line, so we promise you won't have to talk to someone in person!Be a guest on the show - we would love to talk with you! Send us an email at info@proudsutter.com.FOLLOW PROUD STUTTER & ITS CREATORS:Maya’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mayasharona Cynthia’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-l-chin/ Podcast website - https://www.proudstutter.com SUPPORT US:Donate - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/proudstutter Buy cute merch - https://www.proudstutter.com/shop Sign up for Proud Stutter updates, news & eventsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/proud-stutter/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy