Season 1 - Episode 1 RERUN

word blindness Aug 07, 2025

We're taking a trip down memory lane! As we get ready for Season 4, we're revisiting the very beginning with a special rerun of our first episodes from each season. Join us as we look back at the origins of this podcast, with our first ever episode.

 

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:01 - Introduction to Dyslexia and Personal Confidence 

00:01:35 - Family Influence and Varied Dyslexia Experiences 

00:03:41 - Kobe Bryant and the Drive for Overcoming Challenges 

00:06:06 - School Segregation and Early Educational Challenges 

00:09:09 - Parental Support and School Dynamics 

00:12:46 - Childhood and Small Town School Experiences 

00:15:36 - Overcoming Learning Challenges and Social Struggles in School 

00:19:29 - The Impact of Dyslexia and Classroom Humiliation 

00:20:28 - Standing Up to Bullying and Parental Advocacy 

00:22:47 - Understanding Struggling Students and Challenging School Stereotypes 

00:24:30 - Early Identification and Support for Mental Health in Schools 

00:27:00 - The Importance of Empathy and Community Awareness 

00:28:40 - A New Perspective on Suicide and Mental Health 

00:30:30 - Impact of Technology on Communication and Childhood Development 

00:34:50 - Dyslexia, Communication Challenges, and the Power of Voice 

00:36:52 - Dyslexia Strengths and Corporate Hiring Challenges 

00:39:26 - The Impact of Poor Communication on Small Businesses 

00:42:18 - Dyslexia, Technology, and the Need for Human Interaction 

00:44:38 - Challenges with Assistive Technology in Education 

00:46:25 - Perseverance and Support Systems in Overcoming Dyslexia Challenges 

00:48:53 - Overcoming Learning Disabilities and Late Real-World Entry 

00:50:00 - The Power of Relatability in Coaching Youth 

00:54:44 - The Importance of Teaching Over Winning in Sports 

00:56:11 - Simplifying Coaching for Young Athletes 

00:57:09 - Navigating Misunderstanding and Exhaustion in Public Life

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You’re here because something inside you knows there’s more, more joy, more clarity, more YOU. 

My mission is to help you stay curious, navigate the chaos, and rewrite the stories that have tried to hold you back. You don’t need to start over or have it all figured out. You just need the courage to take the next step toward a life that feels like your own. 

One question, one story, one moment of courage can change everything.

And you’re already on your way.

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