Why Math Can Feel Like A Foreign Language To Dyslexics

In this episode, Stephen Martin discusses the challenges faced by individuals with dyslexia, particularly in relation to mathematics. He shares personal experiences and insights into how dyslexia affects mathematical understanding and emotional well-being. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's strengths, seeking help, and finding effective learning strategies to overcome mathematical difficulties.TakeawaysMaths can make individuals feel inadequate, especially those with dyslexia.Many people struggle with maths due to various cognitive challenges.Real-life examples can help in understanding abstract mathematical concepts.Dyscalculia affects memory, processing speed, and conceptualization of numbers.Emotional impacts of struggling with maths can lead to self-worth issues.Basic arithmetic skills are essential for daily life, despite advanced tools available.Learning strategies can be adapted for adults to improve maths skills.Davis Dyslexia program offers effective methods for overcoming dyscalculia.Recognizing personal strengths is crucial for self-esteem.Small improvements in maths can significantly enhance daily life. Keywordsmaths, dyslexia, dyscalculia, emotional impact, learning strategies, entrepreneurship, self-worth, creativity, personal growth, education, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this episode, Stephen Martin shares personal updates and insights on overcoming challenges related to motivation, particularly in starting and completing tasks. He discusses the importance of asking for help, especially when feeling overwhelmed, and highlights his journey in developing a supplement aimed at improving sleep for neurodiverse individuals. Stephen emphasizes the significance of collaboration and support in achieving goals, while also sharing his experiences in the supplement industry.TakeawaysGetting started can be a significant challenge for many.It's common to struggle with the last 20% of a project.Asking for help can lead to better outcomes.People enjoy helping others; give them the chance.Sleep quality is crucial for overall well-being.Deep sleep and REM sleep are essential for a good day.Formulating supplements for neurodiverse individuals is a journey.Collaboration can alleviate the burden of tasks.It's important to recognize when to delegate responsibilities.Sharing experiences can inspire and motivate others.Keywordsdyslexia, motivation, getting started, asking for help, sleep, supplements, neurodiversity, ADHD, productivity, personal development,  adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this episode, Stephen Martin discusses the unique challenges and opportunities faced by dyslexic thinkers when starting a business. Drawing from his personal experiences, he emphasizes the importance of defining a target audience, aligning passion with business ventures, setting realistic timelines, and utilizing tools to identify potential opportunities. Through anecdotes and practical advice, he aims to inspire and empower dyslexic individuals to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit.TakeawaysDyslexic thinkers can succeed in entrepreneurship.Defining your target audience is crucial.Solve problems that you personally face.Align your business with your passions.Set realistic timelines for your business goals.Dyslexics often underestimate timeframes.Utilize technology and support from others.Identify opportunities by analyzing your daily activities.Take time to develop your business idea.Embrace your unique perspective as a dyslexic thinker.Keywordsdyslexia, entrepreneurship, business, neurodiversity, confidence, target audience, passion, timelines, opportunities, supplements, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this episode, Stephen discusses the potential dyslexia traits of Donald Trump, exploring various characteristics such as big picture thinking, challenges with written communication, and creative problem-solving. He emphasizes that these traits are common among dyslexics and reflects on how they manifest in Trump's communication style and public speaking. The conversation aims to shed light on dyslexia through the lens of a well-known figure, encouraging listeners to recognize these traits in themselves and others.TakeawaysDyslexia can be understood through the traits of public figures.Big picture thinking is a common trait among dyslexics.Dyslexics often struggle with written communication.Strong verbal communication is a key strength for many dyslexics.Public speaking can be challenging for dyslexics.Creative problem solving is a hallmark of dyslexia.Repetitive language usage is common in dyslexics.Dyslexia does not define a person's capabilities.Understanding dyslexia can help in recognizing it in others.Better sleep can improve daily functioning for dyslexics.KeywordsDyslexia, Donald Trump, big picture thinking, communication, reading challenges, creative problem solving, repetitive language, verbal communication, traits of dyslexia, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Stephen Martin discusses the intersection of dyslexia and motivation, sharing seven key strategies to enhance motivation for dyslexic thinkers and those with ADHD. He emphasizes the importance of emotional object permanence, consistency in efforts, the role of narrative thinking, and the significance of creativity. Additionally, he explores the impact of dopamine-driven rewards, nutrition, and sleep on motivation, providing actionable insights for listeners.TakeawaysDyslexia and ADHD often coexist, affecting motivation.Emotional object permanence means 'out of sight, out of mind.'Visual reminders can help maintain focus on goals.Consistency is key; 80% of success comes from routine.Narrative thinking can help dyslexics navigate challenges.Creativity is not just artistic; it's problem-solving.Dopamine-driven rewards can motivate but must be managed.Nutrition and diet significantly impact motivation and focus.Sleep quality directly affects motivation levels.Implementing these strategies can lead to significant life changes.Keywordsdyslexia, motivation, ADHD, emotional object permanence, visual reminders, creativity, dopamine, nutrition, sleep, strategies, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠⁠

In this episode, Stephen welcomes back Philip Long to discuss his journey over the past year, focusing on his work with dyslexic students at a private school. Philip shares insights on the importance of technology in education, adapting teaching methods to individual needs, and the emotional support required for dyslexic learners. He emphasizes the need for self-advocacy, building confidence, and finding one's strengths. The conversation highlights the challenges dyslexic students face and the importance of providing them with the right tools and resources to succeed.TakeawaysDyslexia affects students in different ways, and technology can bridge learning gaps.Adapting teaching methods to individual needs is crucial for success.Emotional support is as important as academic support for dyslexic students.Building self-worth and confidence is essential for dyslexic learners.Finding one's brilliance can help dyslexic individuals excel in their strengths.Advocacy for oneself is a key skill for dyslexic students.The right tools and resources can significantly impact learning outcomes.Dyslexic individuals can achieve great success with the right support.It's important to challenge limiting beliefs associated with dyslexia.Community support and fundraising are vital for providing resources to dyslexic students.Keywordsdyslexia, education, technology, emotional support, learning disabilities, advocacy, self-worth, teaching methods, confidence, fundraisingIf you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this episode, Stephen Martin discusses the concept of two-way writing as a tool for dyslexics to improve self-esteem and confidence. He emphasizes the negative impact of self-talk and introduces two-way writing as a method to reframe thoughts by writing to oneself from the perspective of a supportive figure. The episode provides practical advice on how to implement this technique in daily life, encouraging listeners to explore their emotions and thoughts through writing.TakeawaysTwo-way writing can help improve self-esteem and confidence.Negative self-talk is damaging and pervasive.Writing to oneself as a third person can change perspective.Visualization is more effective than affirmations for dyslexics.Journaling can be a powerful tool for emotional release.Writing letters from supportive figures can provide comfort.The process of writing is more important than the outcome.Letting thoughts flow freely can lead to surprising insights.Forgiveness can be expressed through writing to oneself.Regular practice of two-way writing can enhance emotional well-being.Keywordsdyslexia, self-esteem, confidence, two-way writing, negative self-talk, personal growth, emotional well-being, journaling, mental health, self-improvement, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this episode, Stephen engages with Guy and Suzanne Pope-Mayell to discuss the complexities of dyslexia, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. They explore how the pandemic has shifted parental involvement in children's education, the importance of self-esteem in dyslexic individuals, and the need for a more nuanced understanding of neurodiversity. The conversation highlights the significance of inner work and self-awareness in overcoming limiting beliefs, illustrated through real-life success stories. The episode emphasizes the transformative power of coaching and hypnosis in building confidence and self-acceptance among those with dyslexia. In this conversation, Guy and Suzanne Pope-Mayell explore the journey of overcoming limiting beliefs, particularly in the context of neurodiversity and dyslexia. They discuss the importance of identifying inner challenges, the power of creative thinking, and the necessity of finding the right support. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of trusting oneself in the process of personal growth and the impact of parenting on self-discovery. Ultimately, they highlight that change begins with a clear intention and the willingness to let go of past limitations.TakeawaysCOVID-19 has changed parental involvement in education.Dyslexia is often misunderstood as a problem rather than a gift.Self-esteem is the only disabling aspect of dyslexia.The journey of self-awareness is crucial for neurodiverse individuals.Transformational change often starts with changing limiting beliefs.Coaching can help replace limiting beliefs with empowering ones.Inner work is essential for personal growth and confidence.Dyslexics often develop resilience through adversity.Breath work can facilitate healing and transformation.It's never too late to change one's beliefs about themselves. It's important to recognize the benefits of limiting beliefs.Identifying what holds you back is the first step.Creative thinking can be a challenge for many.Recording thoughts can help clarify feelings.Understanding whose problem it is can empower you.Finding the right support is crucial for growth.Starting the inner work is essential for change.Neurodiversity can be a gift that leads to deeper insights.Parenting can trigger self-discovery and reflection.Everything begins with a clear intention for change.Keywordsdyslexia, neurodiversity, education, self-esteem, COVID-19, inner work, limiting beliefs, empowerment, coaching, hypnosis, limiting beliefs, inner work, neurodiversity, dyslexia, self-discovery, creative thinking, support, personal growth, emotional resilience, coaching, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this conversation, Stephen Martin shares three essential rules for dyslexics embarking on new projects. He emphasizes the importance of not overthinking, setting realistic timeframes, and collaborating with others. Drawing from his personal experiences in entrepreneurship, he provides insights into how dyslexia and ADHD can impact project management and offers practical advice to help others succeed.TakeawaysDon't get stuck in your head; overthinking can halt progress.Set realistic deadlines to avoid procrastination.Plan for triple the time you think it will take.Collaboration is key; don't try to do it all alone.Dyslexics often underestimate the time required for tasks.Having a deadline can motivate action and completion.It's important to find support from others in your projects.Learning from repeated mistakes is part of the process.Acting too fast can lead to foolish decisions.Understanding your brain's tendencies can help in project management.Keywordsdyslexia, project management, ADHD, entrepreneurship, time management, collaboration, mental health, self-improvement, productivity, neurodiversity,  adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠

In this episode, Stephen discusses the critical role of sleep for individuals with dyslexia and ADHD, sharing personal experiences and insights on how sleep affects various aspects of life. He explores the challenges of sleep, including cortisol spikes and the effects of melatonin, while offering practical strategies for improving sleep quality. Stephen emphasizes the importance of tailored support for neurodiverse individuals in achieving better sleep and overall well-being.TakeawaysSleep is essential for neurodiverse individuals' well-being.Poor sleep can lead to a negative cycle affecting daily life.Cortisol spikes can disrupt sleep patterns, especially in ADHD.Melatonin may not be effective for everyone and can have side effects.Visual loops in the mind can hinder the ability to sleep.Reducing screen time before bed is crucial for better sleep.Listening to calming audio can help transition to sleep.Natural supplements may be more beneficial than synthetic ones.Creating a sleep-friendly environment is key to improving sleep.Support and understanding of neurodiversity can enhance sleep quality.Keywordsdyslexia, ADHD, neurodiversity, sleep, melatonin, cortisol, supplements, sleep strategies, mental health, wellness, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.If you want to find out more visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠truthaboutdyslexia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia⁠⁠Follow the RightSiders Supplement Journey⁠⁠rightsiders.org/wait-list ⁠