Quotes from the Back Cover
Quotes from Leaders in the Stuttering and Mental Health Community
"Larry Stein takes you through his personal journey in overcoming the challenges of stuttering and in doing so provides important strategies to help others in their journey. This book is a must read for anyone who seeks inspiration and scientifically grounded information on how to work through their stuttering.”
Neil H. Pliskin, PhD, Professor Clinical Psychiatry and Neurology, University of Illinois at Chicago
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"There are many paths out of the forest of shame, guilt, and struggle that surround many of us who live with stuttering. Larry Stein has shared his own journey in an honest and compelling manner that gives hope to those who have yet to find their own path."
Dr. Lee Reeves, Retired Veterinarian, Former Chairman of the National Stuttering Association (NSA)
"Free To Speak is about a man’s stuttering journey, his struggles, revelations and eventual triumph. It’s about finding your strength and your voice. And on top of it all, it also provides you with tools to find your own voice. A must-read, not only for people who stutter, but also to everyone who surrounds them."
Anita S. Blom, Former Vice Chair of the European League of Stuttering Associations (ELSA)
"Larry Stein truly gets it. His suggestions and well-laid plan resonate deeply with me, as his journey closely mirrors my own. If a Top 10 book list existed for people who stutter, I would certainly include this one, it's really special."
Tom Scharstein, Chair, World Stuttering Network (WSN)
"Larry invites us all into a world of stuttering from his personal perspective, with the added bonus of invaluable advice and help for those who still seek answers and solutions. A must read for stutterers, therapists, family and friends."
Michael O Shea, Co-Founder of Stuttering Awareness Mental Wellbeing Ireland
"Larry Stein’s quest to deal with and ultimately manage his stuttering is an excellent resource for others exploring their own path to improving their speech. I have introduced Larry to a couple of my clients, he offers an intriguing, first-hand perspective on his experience with stuttering.
Alida Engel, CCC-SLP, BCS-F, Center for Speech and Learning
Quotes from People Who Stutter
“Finally a raw and authentic book to help people overcome stuttering. After years of speech therapy, meditation and other therapies, it wasn’t until I met Larry and worked hard to learn his strategies that I experienced the true freedom of speaking.”
Sarah Nikirk, University Administrator (USA)
My speech has improved tremendously over the past year working with Larry. For someone who has stuttered for over 35 years, Larry’s strategies of BEP and doing the opposite have proven to be game-changers. Now, I even give lectures!
Mick Bowles, PhD Candidate in Construction Management (Australia)
Larry Stein's brilliant book about his stuttering journey is infused with heartwarming stories of triumph over adversity. He gives hope to many of us who have stuttered all of our lives and didn't think becoming a confident speaker was achievable.
Ismail Turay Jr., regional editor for major U.S. newspaper company, and US Army officer (USA)
I have had the honor to get to know Larry and he has helped me tremendously in becoming a more fluent speaker. This book is a must-read for anyone who has struggled with stuttering, it provides an effective pathway to recovery.
Jason Zhang, Vice President, Investments (China)
"This book is a true inspiration! It is invaluable to learn how he managed to turn his stuttering and life around. Thank you Larry for sharing your stuttering journey. Your success and desire to share what worked for you with other people who stutter is truly commendable!"
Dr. Yelena Averbukh, MD, Board Certified Internist (USA)
Larry gets away from techniques and encourages us to have fun speaking. Through our personal meetings, he has shown me and so many others who stutter that not only can we speak with confidence, we can speak like professional speakers.
Hillel Krief, Data Analyst (Israel)
I wish I had this book 30 years ago! Larry Stein selflessly lays down an intimate confession of his personal journey, giving hope and detailed strategies to help those of us who stutter improve our speech, change our mindset and lead fulfilling lives.
Vesna Palaversa, Practitioner of Psychotherapy (Croatia)