Part 8: Core Beliefs about Stuttering Questioning and Giving Up Negative Core Beliefs Inherent Value Lesson Goals and Instructions Identifying and challenging core beliefs about stuttering (ex: I am powerless over stuttering). RationaleBeliefs are the root of negative self-talk hence beliefs MUST be exposed and challengedProvides a more accurate view of stuttering and gives student control.Crates resilience and more positivityQuestions for challenging beliefs originally outlined in The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook (Bourne,1990). 15 Negative Core Beliefs Questioning Core Beliefs Giving Up Negative Core Beliefs Positive Replacement Core Beliefs Acknowledging and Challenging Doubt I am a PWS Inherent Value as PWS