How is your stuttering today? What do you do to control or manage it, if anything?
At this point of my life, my stuttering is almost nonexistent. I took 2 years of speech classes and learned how to control my breathing and understand my triggers. I have complete control over my stutter. If I know a certain word will get me, I know how to get through it with no problem. I control my breathing and I take my time. I do not try to rush through words or hold my breath when I speak. I control my breathing and catch my flow.
What is your greatest accomplishment with regard to stuttering?
My greatest accomplishment is embracing my stutter and using it as an opportunity to teach, help, and encourage parents and kids all over the world. I've spoken at several events and the response from people afterwards is touching and motivating. I love talking with people who can relate and understand how hard it is to overcome stuttering.
What would you like to tell children who stutter? And what would you tell their parents?
You are not alone. I understand what you are going through and if I defeated it, so can you. Remember, "Every time you stutter, that’s God's way of reminding you that you are special." (To the parents,) be patient, loving and empathetic. You have the power to build or erodes your child's confidence and self-esteem. Your child can beat this!
What else should we know?
Growing up, NOBODY thought I would be the person to experience and accomplish the things that I have. I am not afraid to fail because along my journey, I have and will continue to successfully learn new lessons in the midst of a 'failure.' I've learned, all in all, that if we keep moving forward, failure always becomes a success. With that being said, I'm constantly in pursuit of another failure because I know success is close behind!
"I'm constantly in pursuit of another failure because I know success is close behind"
MEET TY ELLIS
FROM: Dallas, TX; I currently reside Sacramento, CA.
FAMILY: I have a very active and witty nine-year-old son, Tyler, and an 18-year-old, intelligent daughter, Jada, who will attend North Texas University in the Fall. I'm married to Ericka Ellis, an author and speaker (www.
erickaellis.com).
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS: I enjoy playing golf, games with my family, and video games with my son.
PASSIONS: God, Leadership and encouraging people to be great. I'm also passionate about being an example for my children to witness me accomplish greatness so they know they can do it for themselves.
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