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In this edition, you will find the following resourceful topics:

• Blog of the week: 6 Olympians with Dyslexia

• Spotlight: Michael Phelps

• Poll: Have you used exercise to help with your Dyslexia or ADHD?

• Tools & Tips: Amira

• Featured Videos:

  • For Professionals: The Truth About ADHD & Exercise (and the Hardest Barriers we Face)

  • For Parents: Best Sports For ADHD Kids

• Podcast: The brain-changing benefits of exercise

6 Olympians With Dyslexia

Why read me: 

Dyslexia doesn’t stop at the classroom doors—it follows individuals into every aspect of their lives, even if this includes athletic pursuits. This article tells the remarkable journeys of six Olympians with Dyslexia who have succeeded in their sports.

These stories are about overcoming difficulties, using unique strengths, and turning perceived weaknesses into excellent achievements. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, coach, or someone with Dyslexia, you’ll find inspiration and motivation in these athletes’ journeys.

Tip Box:

Are you feeling inspired by these incredible stories? For more strategies on supporting dyslexic athletes and individuals, check out “The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan” by Ben Foss, a valuable resource filled with practical advice and personal stories.

Michael Phelps and ADHD

As the Olympics ended last month and the Paralympics continue rolling, this week we bring you a champion profile with ADHD, Michael Phelps, to further reflect on how exercise and sport can help you focus on your strengths.

Phelps's diagnosis with ADHD was confirmed when he was in seventh grade, and teachers would tell him he would never be able to focus on anything. Never say never: little Phelps grew to be not only an Olympian but the most successful one of all time, with 23 gold medals! He never gave up despite not being able to sit in class. He used that energy for swimming.

He kept coming back to swimming despite any challenge, and he flourished.

✨ A Journey of Success ✨

• Mr. Phelps holds the highest record for Olympic medals, with 28.

• He established the Michael Phelps Foundation in 2008 to promote swimming and healthier lifestyles.

Source: Understood.org.

Michel Phelps inspires us all to pursue our passions, ignore limitations, and use the strengths in our neurodivergence to become champions. Just keep swimming. 🥇

Weekly Poll

Down Bad with Your Brilliance At The Gym

Starting a new gym routine or practicing a new sport? We got your gear covered, and not just covered but ready to show all your uniqueness.

Wear it like a winner. Which is your favorite? ⬇️

Tools and Tips

Amira

Imagine having a reading assistant and guidance for your children on your device? This is precisely Amira’s goal. It uses more than 20 reading techniques to help your kid catch mistakes or mispronunciations while giving encouragement.

Featured Videos

Podcast

Meme of the Week

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