In his book "Me Talk Pretty One Day," David Sedaris reflects on the contrast between his desire to keep his speech therapy sessions private and his teacher’s inclination to make them public. While Sedaris wished to maintain a level of secrecy about his sessions, his teacher frequently reminded the entire class of his therapy, disrupting his attempts to keep it discreet. This situation highlights a fundamental difference in their perspectives, as Sedaris found embarrassment in the attention while his teacher saw it as normalizing the experience.

Furthermore, Sedaris describes how his teacher's announcements turned his therapy into a community event. By calling out reminders about his sessions, she effectively drew attention to something he preferred to handle quietly. This ongoing dynamic created a blend of discomfort and humor for Sedaris, as he imagined her addressing the class in his absence, reinforcing the idea that his struggles with speech were not only his own but also a shared experience in the classroom setting.