discussingthedyslexicbraiJul 25, 2019Handwriting and Dyslexia What an earth does that say? Is that English? Can you read that? These are just some of the select few comments I have received about my...
discussingthedyslexicbraiJun 30, 2019Coping with the Dyslexic BrainAll dyslexics develop their own unique set of ‘life hacks’ and coping strategies. This ‘modus operandi’, or method of operation, is vital...
discussingthedyslexicbraiJun 3, 2019University and DyslexiaGoing to university was an interesting and eventful four years for me. Some people go merely to study, some to socialise and others a...
discussingthedyslexicbraiMay 8, 2019The Life of a TechnophobeI am a self-confessed technophobe. Alongside being a chocoholic, cake lover, football enthusiast and Harry Potter nerd! This isn’t the...
discussingthedyslexicbraiApr 9, 2019The Importance of Support NetworksThis time round I have opted to discuss a more ‘light-hearted’, yet still crucial, topic surrounding dyslexia: support networks. Whether...
discussingthedyslexicbraiMar 23, 2019The Dark side of Dyslexia: StigmaI'm finally back after quite a long absence, my apologises! Hopefully I will be able to get back on track now and keeping on posting...
discussingthedyslexicbraiFeb 27, 2019The Art of Procrastination Distracting oneself, putting off something and avoiding a task are all elements of procrastination. It becomes habitual and part of one’s...
discussingthedyslexicbraiFeb 13, 2019Dyslexia and Self-esteemI’ve been pondering this post for several months now, as self-esteem is a topic that I find very personally interesting and relatable....
discussingthedyslexicbraiJan 20, 2019Discussing the Dyslexic Mathematical BrainHello all I’m finally back with the next instalment! Apologises for my long absence, things have been pretty mad since the turn of the...
discussingthedyslexicbraiDec 18, 2018To Remember or Not to Remember: Memory Strategies for Dyslexics To be honest I will tell anyone who will listen that my memory is abysmal. Looking back over my dyslexia diagnostic assessment report...
discussingthedyslexicbraiNov 29, 2018Putting a Positive Spin on Dyslexia Adhering to the negativity bias outlined in the previous post, I initially found thinking and writing about the positive of dyslexia more...
discussingthedyslexicbraiNov 29, 2018The Negativity Around the Neurodiversity “How can you be dyslexic, you have a master’s degree”? “Why should you get extra time as you don’t get extra time is life”. These are...
discussingthedyslexicbraiNov 15, 2018Dyslexia and DrivingI started my first ever driving lessons in July this year. Now, nearly five months on and almost fifty hours of lessons I have discovered...
discussingthedyslexicbraiNov 1, 2018That Overwhelming Feeling: My Worst Nightmares as a DyslexicBanking, train timetables, London tube maps and filling in forms are just some of the life activities that are a nightmare for me. Even...
discussingthedyslexicbraiOct 20, 2018A Grand Welcome Good morning, good afternoon or good evening wherever you are in the world! First and foremost I must thank you for taking time out of...
discussingthedyslexicbraiOct 20, 2018Dyslexia Does Not Impair Intelligence! What is Dyslexia?Dyslexia is a term we often hear. It is bounded around like a ping pong ball, but is often misunderstood and shrouded with speculation...
discussingthedyslexicbraiOct 20, 2018Dyslexia: My Story Hi folks, hope you are all well? At last I’m ready to launch by personal dyslexia story post hot off the press! Hopefully my story won’t...