Natalie doesn’t sugarcoat it: dyslexia isn’t just about misspelling “cat” or tripping over a page of text. It’s showing up three hours early to a meeting because time is a slippery eel, or losing a company £5,000 because your brain mixed up the details. “Spelling and reading are just a couple of pillars,” she says. “The wider view—organization, verbal instructions, confidence—that’s where the real chaos lives.” And she’s not alone. Elizabeth admits she’s “the most disorganized person you could find,” laughing through the pain of a life that refuses to fit in society’s neat little boxes.
Here’s where Natalie drops a gem: radical acceptance. “I’m disorganized, and that’s my reality,” she declares. Instead of fighting it with rigid systems she’ll never stick to (sorry, calendar apps), she builds loose structures around her inevitable slip-ups—like asking for reminders or leaning on loved ones to double-check dates. It’s not about perfection; it’s about working with the brain you’ve got. And for parents reading this, take note: your kid’s messy room or forgotten homework isn’t a moral failing—it’s a brain wiring quirk. The trick? Teach them to own it and adapt, not to hide in shame.
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“I’m proud of the scrapes I get myself out of—like a Rolodex moment where my brain spins through 10,000 ways to fix it.” — Natalie Brooks
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The Growth Mindset Magic
Natalie’s story screams Growth Mindset louder than a toddler with a megaphone. She’s not “stuck” with disorganization; she’s learned to flip it into a superpower. “I’m proud of the scrapes I get myself out of,” she says, likening her brain to a Rolodex spinning through 10,000 solutions. This is neuroplasticity in action—proof that brains can change when challenged. Too many folks slap a “dyslexic and done” label on themselves or their kids, but that’s a trap. Identify as stuck, and you’ll stay stuck. Challenge that narrative, and you’ll see the brain bloom—messy moments and all.
Key Takeaways:
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Dyslexia goes beyond reading—disorganization is a big player.
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Radical acceptance turns chaos into a manageable quirk.
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A Growth Mindset flips weaknesses into strengths with practice.
The Corporate Conundrum
In the corporate world, disorganization can feel like a career death knell—extended probations, raised eyebrows, or worse. Natalie’s been there, crumbling under shame when her dyslexia flared up. But she’s learned a game-changer: how you handle the mistake matters more than the mistake itself. Fluster and flail, and people pounce. Exude calm dignity—“I’m so sorry, this won’t happen again”—and they’ll often let it slide. Parents, this is your cue: model resilience for your kids. They’re watching how you navigate life’s oopsies, and it’s shaping their future grit.
Author Quote“
“Spelling and reading are just a couple of pillars. The wider view—organization, confidence—that’s where the real chaos lives.” — Natalie
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The real villain here? The soul-crushing belief that disorganization—or any dyslexia trait—is a permanent flaw. Natalie’s proof it’s not. With self-worth, a dash of strategy, and a refusal to let shame call the shots, she’s turned chaos into a full-time gig helping thousands. Parents, you’re the first teachers—don’t let your kids buy into the “I’m broken” lie. Challenge their brains, celebrate their wins, and hold them accountable to grow through the mess. Want more? Click here for a free boost to your child’s Confidence—because every kid deserves to shine, disorganized or not.
