How do I communicate with someone with a speech impediment?  They're a great person, but I don't understand.
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I have a speech problem, and trust me... you need to ask them to repeat themselves.\n\nI talk way too fast sometimes, and I never realize it. Sometimes I say the first few words of a sentence so fast that people don't understand it. I always appreciate it when they tell me, because once I slow down they can understand me. \n\nIf you just don't say anything, they won't know that they're doing anything wrong. \nDon't be afraid to be blunt, it shows them that you care about what they have to say.
1157754
I always get interrupted when talking and I hate it! Can't I at least finish a sentence. It's very irritating when someone cuts you off, I wish I weren't so afraid of what  someone would say because then  I'd tell them of! If it's an emergency then go for it but don't be rude about it.
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Acknowledge the person's response and listen to what he or she has to say.  You indicated he or she may be dying, so this is not the time to argue, but to listen.  He or she may have learned some valuable lessons and willing to share with you.
147239
very very high level of understanging of the human behavior never forget what people want is someone to listen be a very good listener and supporter let the next person say everything openly and without hesitations to u so that conversation is open u must always be a good facilitaor .never give expressions that may make the next person feel that ur having fun always show your high concerns and listen sincerely , attentively and patiencefully.
100481
Hmmmm. I apologize for trying to help. I know I "sound" intelligent, but how do you sound responding like that. \nI respect the lesson, but not the teacher.
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Maybe you should go to a speech therapist or speech pathologist.  Could be a stuttering issue.  I had a cousin who stuttered.  she would open her mouth but nothing would come right out.  go see someone who specializes in speech.
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doesn't he speak in the language that someone understands?\nso he can make himself understood? \n\nsometimes it is not even language he speaks to make himself understood - sometimes its signs etc...\n\nthe q is: do we listen?
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You can write them a note, or leave a voice message, expressing your 'absolute inability to positively comply with their affectionate entreaty, due to an intricate web of mental restrictions self-imposed upon yourself due to prior, primary plus totally voluntary commitments'.\n...It will take an average person at least 2-3 minutes to get the gist of what you've said, and by the time he finally understands that you are only asking him to go vamoose, he'll actually feel relieved : 'Thank God, I would never have understood her anyway !'\nHowzzat ?!
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You answered your own question.  Neither of you hasn't any patience.  Or maybe you interrupt each other because if you didn't, you wouldn't get a word in edgewise.\n\nI suggest that you try to give each other a full 3 minutes to say what you have to say, then alternate for a minute each at a time.  I know it sounds structured and weird but you'd be amazed at what you'd learn about each other if you had to just listen to what the other person had to say.
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Yes. it happens some times. Its as if the other person is speaking a foreign language. When you tell them sorry i blanked out, they take it bad. They prob think u think that they are boring.
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i know this one...   (being you as much as it takes)\n  first you have to speak loud enough and as loud as you need to be heard, dont over do it though\n  second you need to shorten the sentences you speak as little as possible (short sentences) because any human tend to lose people when one says alot enough before they can answer back to them.\n  third which matters to only a few, is the speed of words said accurately with minimal slurs in your speech\n  does this help? WOULD U GIVE THIS A BEST ANSWER?
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First of all you are trying to be more than what you are.  Avoid pretending.  Try to be genuine and realistic.  There can be mistakes when you talk.  Quality is attained gradually.  All of a sudden no one can be the best.  Time and efforts are needed.  While trying to improve give attention to those who speak proper language. Take some time in the evening to refer dictionary to solve your doubts.
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I have heard of things like open palms and such. It is subconscience body language that you can look for when the other person has a hard time using words.
90893
change the conversation to something you want to talk about.  if he or she just plain talk to much then excuse yourself and walk away.
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I'm misunderstood by my wife all the time. I misunderstand people, or misinterpret...I usually go to great lengths to accurately describe what I'd said to my wife so the misunderstanding could be cleared up...\n\nCommmunication can be tough...thats why I try to articulate myself as best as possible.\n\nIf its someone I don't really know...they can think whatever they want.
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Talk to them and if you are having a hard time doing that, write them a letter or an email to let them know how you feel and what you need, be very sincere and just say anything you want but at the same time don't be mean, rude or disrespectful. Let us know how things work out for you.
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I just guessing here, but I'm betting he/she don't have a clue of what you are saying. I'd go get a counselor to help out.