By: Alexis Dewey I remember growing up with my speech impediment, not being understood and not feeling heard. Sometimes, I even felt like no one was trying to understand me, and that it was their fault and not mine. This was frustrating because I did not fully understand my impediment as a child. All I …
Written by Alexis Dewey Has one of your relatives ever jokingly threatened to duct-tape your mouth shut? No? Just me? Well, anyways, that’s what a speech impediment can feel like. You are trying your hardest to get your words out, but to everyone else you just sound muffled. Growing up not feeling heard due to …
By Alexis Dewey People around the world, of all ages, are trying to “find their voice.” It is a universal quest for people to fully understand who they are. Finding your voice can be a beautiful thing, but it’s not easy for some people. Normally, you find out what you want to stand up for …
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