“Stuttering puts you in a very dark place. You stay there for such a long time that you don’t think you’ll ever be successful. Because that’s what you were told your entire life. But that’s just not true. There have been many successful people who stutter. Actors, country singers, even Winston Churchill stuttered.

“There are so many young people out there who are dealing with this, going through so much hell and negativity. I want to help them get out of that dark place. I want them to realize there is light at the end of the tunnel. I want them to know they are not alone.

“Through my YouTube channel, My Stuttering Life, I share my experiences. I’ve stuttered my whole life, but look at me. I’ve achieved things. I’ve helped people. I’m a productive member of society. They can be, too.”

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“I started making YouTube videos about five years ago. The biggest reason was to help remind people that they’re never alone. No matter what they’re going through, they can count on me and others to always be there to support them.

“I’ve gone through a lot in my life, and I’ve made videos that have touched on a lot of different topics. Some have been very emotional and very difficult for me to do. I’ll receive negative comments sometimes but most people are very supportive, especially when the topic is something they had to deal with as well. I’ve always felt that if it helps others, then it’s worth talking about.

“I remember one time I was watching Oprah’s show and she was crying because her dog had passed away. It was like a really big deal for her. People were asking her if she needed to go to therapy, but she said her show was her therapy. I kind of feel the same way about my YouTube channel.

“I’ve never had real therapy, but making these videos and interacting with people who watch them is how I channel my feelings. I get to reflect on where I’ve been and where I’m going in my life, and lot of people are on this journey with me. We’re all kind of in it together.”

— Roberto Carrasco

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