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Dyslexia Frustration in Kids and Adults

Dyslexia Frustration in Kids and Adults

Way to Olympics: Saffi Vette

Welcome, Lexic Minds Community!

In this edition, we've got a lineup you won't want to miss:

Blog of the week: 9 Dyslexia Hacks and Tips to Prevent Frustration
#LexicMinds Way to Olympics: Saffi Vette
Trivia: What is "Dyslexia with coordination" called?
Tools & Tips: Lexie
Featured Videos:
- For Professionals: The True Gifts of a Dyslexic Mind
- For Parents: Dyslexic Children and Overreacting
Podcast: Dealing with my Dyslexic Mistakes

9 Dyslexia Hacks and Tips to Prevent Frustration

Why read me:

Dyslexia is a gift for many reasons. One of them is the out-of-the-box thinking. Constantly working outside the norms, however, can be incredibly frustrating as the world is not ready, right? Plus, the constant struggles with reading, writing, and other tasks that seem simple for everyone else…

It can wear you out now and then.

Here we have put together 9 daily life hacks and tips from online Dyslexia communities to help you deal with the challenges so your light shines brighter.

What you get:

9 Dyslexia-tested tips for helping with constant and common challenges in everyday life
Real-life testimonies from other dyslexics to test what you think would help you
A reminder that you are so not alone in the daily struggles, and the hope that anything is possible with your awesome dyslexic mind

On the Way to Olympics: Saffi Vette

Source: @saffivette

Let’s surf into the waves of a unique mind: Saffi Vette. You know, the #Paris2024 Olympic Games are close to happening, so we are featuring athletic #lexicminds.

Vette is a surfing legend from New Zealand's surfing team. Surf sessions before and after school helped her cope with her dyslexia.

🏆 Great Achievements:

She has qualified for the Paris Olympic Games at only 22 years of age.
She won New Zealand’s National Championship in 2021.

💡 Dyslexia as a Brilliant Advantage:

“It takes a lot of courage to be an Olympian.”.

Saffi Vette

After losing a parent of cancer and staying positive until reaching her dreams, Saffi is an example of resilience. Will you be following her this July?

Source: Olympics.com

How much do you know about Dyslexia?

What is "Dyslexia with coordination" called?

Tools and Tips

Lexie

Ever imagined having a friend that would ready everything for you? A dyslexic dream, correct? Lexie can help you with this on all your devices and formats.

Pros ➕

Kid-friendly: It also includes a children’s library!
Format support: You can use PDFs, Words, and more.
Make it yours: Use fonts like OmoType for effortless reading, add breaks, etc.

Cons ➖

Requires Payment: You need to pay to make the most of it.
Road to Improvement: Lexie lacks other Dyslexic support areas like math and organizational skills.

Podcast

Dealing with my Dyslexic Mistakes

Building confidence and learning how to be proud of dyslexia

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6I5behuPHeSECDB978er9a?si=b619772c56364699&nd=1&dlsi=f956ebab55034c9f

Mind Bites

Follow our series of facts and indicators of Dyslexia on Instagram and Tiktok. Note: remember to get diagnosed by a professional.

@lexicminds
Does this happen to you? When did you notice? #dyslexia #dyslexiadiagnosis #neurodivergency

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