How did dyslexia shape my unique problem-solving abilities?

Your Brain Developed Problem-Solving Superpowers If you’ve made it to this point in your journey—confident, successful, and now helping others—you already know something most people never discover: your brain works differently, and that difference became your greatest advantage. What teachers, specialists, and standardized tests once called a reading challenge was actually your brain developing alternative […]

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Can adults with dyslexia thrive in their careers?

What Nobody Told You About Adult Reading Differences You spent years believing something was wrong with you. School felt like swimming upstream while everyone else floated by effortlessly. But here you are—building a career, raising a family, navigating a world that wasn’t designed for how your brain works. And maybe, just maybe, you’re starting to […]

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How can I mentor other adults with newly diagnosed dyslexia?

Why Your Journey Makes You the Perfect Guide If you’ve reached a place of confidence with your own reading differences, you’ve accumulated something more valuable than any textbook could ever provide: lived experience. You understand what it feels like to struggle with text that others seem to breeze through. You know the emotional weight of […]

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How can adults with dyslexia successfully return to school?

Understanding the Adult Dyslexic Brain Your brain didn’t stop developing at 18. This is one of the most important facts for any adult considering returning to school while developing reading skills. Neuroplasticity research shows that the brain continues to form new neural pathways throughout life. This means you can build stronger reading circuits at 35, […]

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Why aren’t my workplace dyslexia accommodations working?

When Accommodations Feel Like Band-Aids You requested the accommodations. Your employer approved them. You have the extra time, the text-to-speech software, maybe even the quiet workspace. So why does every workday still feel like an uphill battle? Why are you still staying late to finish what takes your colleagues half the time? The frustration you’re […]

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Navigating Holiday Challenges with Dyslexia and Neurodiversity

Acknowledging the Difficulty of Holiday Spelling and Communication The holiday season often involves sending cards and well-wishes, but for those with dyslexia, spelling festive words like “Christmas” and “Hanukkah” can be a significant challenge. It’s common to feel frustrated or embarrassed by these struggles, yet it’s important to recognize that these difficulties are not a […]

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Tailored Literacy Solutions for Disadvantaged Adults

Discover how to overcome literacy challenges as an adult with dyslexia. Learn from a specialist who helps those experiencing homelessness gain essential reading skills. Empower yourself with knowledge and transform your life! via @askthesenco

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