Many adults with dyslexia feel embarrassed to ask for support at work, often due to internalized shame For many, the thought of requesting dyslexic support at work can be mortifying. Katie, a dyslexic adult, admitted that the idea of asking for help made her “toes curl” from embarrassment. Despite openly sharing her dyslexia with bosses […]
Philip Long’s journey with dyslexia began early in life and shaped his career path Philip discovered he had dyslexia around second grade, a realization that came after a challenging spelling test. This early identification allowed him to receive specialized education, which, although difficult at times, set him on a path to success. His career in […]
Understanding the Impact of Dyslexia and ADHD on Daily Life Dyslexia and ADHD can significantly affect your career and daily life, slowly eroding your confidence. Natalie, a dyslexia and ADHD coach, candidly shares her own struggles, admitting that even as a professional, she sometimes misses deadlines and feels disorganized. This honesty is a reminder that […]
Understanding the Struggle with Dyslexia and Memory Dyslexia can chip away at your confidence, particularly when it comes to remembering important information. Natalie recounts her embarrassment over forgetting notes scribbled on Post-It notes or sent in emails to herself. The scattered approach to note-taking left her feeling disorganized and frustrated, a common experience for many […]
Understanding the Late Diagnosis of Dyslexia Can Be a Turning Point For many individuals, like Rohan, the realization of being dyslexic comes later in life, often after years of unexplained difficulties. Rohan’s journey began in graduate school when a casual suggestion from a friend led him to take a dyslexia test. The diagnosis was a […]
Big Picture Thinking Widens Your Field of Vision, Making Thought Organization Challenging Dyslexic individuals often think in terms of the big picture, which means they see a broader range of connections and elements related to a topic. This expansive view can make it difficult to narrow down and organize thoughts into a linear sequence. Imagine […]
Understanding the Nonlinear Thinking of Dyslexic Minds Dyslexic individuals often think in a nonlinear fashion, visualizing ideas as pictures or stories rather than linear sequences of words. This can make the task of writing an email, which requires breaking down complex thoughts into a coherent written form, particularly challenging. The struggle to translate these vivid […]
The Myth of Fixed Learning Disabilities Let’s start by busting a myth that’s as outdated as dial-up internet: the idea that learning disabilities like dyslexia are set in stone. The truth is, our brains are more like Play-Doh than concrete. Thanks to the wonders of neuroplasticity, we can reshape and strengthen our neural pathways throughout […]
The Email Conundrum: When Spelling Becomes a Spectacle We’ve all been there: you hit send on an email, feeling proud of your message, only to receive a reply that focuses solely on a minor spelling mistake. It’s like watching a magician pull a rabbit out of a hat, only to have the audience fixate on […]
