> I figure alcohol could help in both situations by keeping me relaxed and more focused.
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I do not stutter; I find that alcohol distorts control and introduces uncertainty - for me it is the opposite of liquid confidence. Alcohol helps to relax, its great for social settings where I can be overly analytic or speak with too much force, but in a debate or speech setting the clarity of mind lets me bring all my faculties to bear.
So in short, I don't find that relaxed and focused is an effect, just relaxed. If that helps with your stuttering then go for it
I do not stutter; I find that alcohol distorts control and introduces uncertainty - for me it is the opposite of liquid confidence. Alcohol helps to relax, its great for social settings where I can be overly analytic or speak with too much force, but in a debate or speech setting the clarity of mind lets me bring all my faculties to bear.
So in short, I don't find that relaxed and focused is an effect, just relaxed. If that helps with your stuttering then go for it