Introduction
Overcoming stuttering is not merely about achieving fluent speech; it’s a transformational journey that can elevate your life. The World Stop Stuttering Association (WSSA) offers a unique program that has helped hundreds of individuals conquer their stuttering and embrace the joy of speaking fluently. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the next steps you can take to embark on your journey to fluency, self-discovery, and personal transformation.
The World Stop Stuttering Association Program: A Guide by WSSA Coaches
WSSA’s program is built on the collective wisdom of its Coaches. The individuals have successfully navigated their own stuttering journeys and have compiled a comprehensive guide for those looking to follow in their footsteps. Here’s what you need to do to begin your transformation:
Step 1: Educate Yourself
Start your journey by delving into essential reading materials:
(1) “How to Stop Stuttering & Love Speaking,” released in late 2021 or “Stop Stuttering Short Course: How to Break the Stuttering Code” released in 2022. These books is a comprehensive resource that includes revisions, corrections, expansions, and improvements on Lee G. Lovett’s earlier stuttering books, which have received hundreds of 5-star reviews on Amazon.
These books will provide you with valuable insights and techniques to begin your journey towards fluency.
Step 2: Explore the World Stop Stuttering Association Community
While reading the books can be an excellent starting point, many individuals may need more support to conquer their stuttering. Explore the WSSA community, a hub of knowledge and encouragement. Here’s what you can find within this unique community:
(i) Apply Methods in All Situations: WSSA provides a program that enables you to apply The Lovett Method even in the most severe, panic-inducing situations.
(ii) Support Group: Connect with a community of ex-stutterers and those on the path to becoming ex-stutterers. Engage in discussions, practice, and mastery of The Lovett Method.
(iii) Public Speaking Mastery: Learn the art of public speaking, taking your skills to levels higher than most fluent speakers. WSSA will help you love to speak in all situations, including public speaking.
(iv) Mind-Training Techniques: Develop the art and science of mind-training, which you can apply not only to your speech but also to non-speech issues that affect your life, such as boredom, depression, anxiety, anger, jealousy, and more.
(v) Transformation: Discover how to “convert stuttering into a blessing.” WSSA is the only community of its kind, founded by Coach Lee (Lovett) and his ex-stuttering peers.
Step 3: Immerse Yourself in World Stop Stuttering Association Program
To make the most of WSSA’s program, you’ll need to immerse yourself in the available resources and materials. The level and nuances of your stuttering, as well as your personal needs, will determine which parts of the program resonate most with you. Here’s how to get started:
(i) Explore Coach Lee Lovett’s Books: Start by reading Coach Lee’s stuttering-related books, including “Happiness in Seven Steps” and “WORDS You Need to Know…” These books are available in paperback on Amazon.
(ii) Watch Video Lessons: Coach Lee has created over 50 video lessons, equivalent to five university courses, covering his books and methods. You can access these videos on www.WorldStopStuttering.org.
(iii) Commercial-Free Coaching Videos: WSSA offers over over 1,500 commercial-free coaching videos, each resembling a 30-60-minute private coaching session. These videos cover a wide range of topics, and you can browse them by topic or scan through them to find the content that appeals to you.
(iv) Explore the “Greatest Tips”: When you have just a few minutes to spare, visit WSSA’s “Greatest Tips” section, which contains over 150 of the best tips on speech and life. These tips are created by ex-stutterers, including Coach Lee and WSSA’s Certified Speech Coaches.
(v) Read WSSA’s Blogs and Forums: Spend 5 to 20 minutes daily reading WSSA’s blogs and forums, including “white papers” and dialogues among coaches and PWS (People Who Stutter). Engage by asking questions and sharing your thoughts.
(vi) Attend SAM Meetings: SAM (Speech Anxiety Masters) is WSSA’s speech club, and it’s a great place to practice public speaking in baby steps. Attend as many meetings as you can to enhance your skills.
(vii) Join Practice Groups: Join WSSA’s Practice Groups, where you can practice and improve your use of crutches. These groups are attended by individuals seeking to enhance their communication skills, and many are led by WSSA’s Certified Speech Coaches.
(viii) Stay Informed: Read WSSA’s emails on your cell phone for updates on activities, the latest tips, success stories, schedules, and special hangouts.
(ix) Private Coaching Lessons: If needed, consider taking private coaching lessons from one of WSSA’s Certified Speech Coaches, which is often more cost-effective than sessions with traditional speech therapists.
(x) Explore Self-Hypnosis: For those looking to maximize their personal growth, WSSA offers lessons on self-hypnosis from Certified Hypnotists who have studied The Lovett Method.
One of the key benefits of WSSA’s program is its proven track record. Coach Lee Lovett and his team have helped several hundred individuals stop stuttering, and the success stories continue to grow. For those who may relapse (a rare occurrence), WSSA offers ongoing support and coaching at a extremely low cost. The community’s effectiveness is underscored by its close-knit, knowledgeable network of ex-stutterers who understand the journey intimately.
The Cost of WSSA’s Program
WSSA is a charitable organization committed to providing maximum support to people who stutter at the most affordable prices. As of this writing, the entire program costs less than one hour of the time of most speech therapists or 33¢ a day. It’s an investment in your fluency, self-discovery, and personal growth that many describe as “criminally inexpensive.”
Conclusion
The journey to fluency, self-discovery, and personal transformation is within your reach. Don’t let stuttering hold you back any longer. Take the next steps to embrace the joy of speaking fluently, learn to love to speak everywhere, take control of your thinking, and become part of a global community of like-minded individuals.
As James Allen aptly stated, “The human Will, that force unseen, the offspring of a deathless soul, can hew a way to any goal, though walls of granite intervene.” Your journey towards fluency and self-improvement is entirely achievable, and the WSSA community is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
So, why wait? Read Lee’s “How to Stop Stuttering & Love Speaking” or “Stop Stuttering Short Course: How to Break the Stuttering Code” and join the WSSA community now to embark.
