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In this edition, you will find the following resourceful topics:
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Blog of the week: Dyslexia Through the Decades: A Story of Success
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Spotlight: Jennifer Aniston
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Trivia: Has your work manager given you tech assistant for your Dyslexia or ADHD?
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Tools & Tips: Keeble
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Featured Videos:
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For Professionals: Managing ADHD with AI
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For Parents: 6 Types of Dyslexia? 🤔
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Podcast: Supporting Dyslexic Children and Neurodiverse Workplaces by Vanessa Teo
Dyslexia Through the Decades: A Story of Success by Ph.D. Simon Lappi
Why read me:
PhD Simon Lappi’s journey through dyslexia is an inspiring tale of overcoming academic and professional challenges. Diagnosed with dyslexia during his university years, Simon went through various educational systems, met persistent societal limitations, and eventually earned a PhD despite the odds.
His story proves the power of perseverance, adaptation, and self-advocacy. Simon’s insights offer valuable lessons for anyone with dyslexia, providing practical strategies and a sense of solidarity and hope.
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Jennifer Aniston and Dyslexia
Source: GoodFon
Many of us know Jennifer Aniston as the star who brought warmth and humor to our screens, especially as Rachel on Friends. But did you know that Jennifer was diagnosed with Dyslexia in her twenties? She grew up struggling and often felt out of place in school. Her diagnosis gave her a profound understanding of her learning difficulties and how she processed information.
For learning her scripts, Jennifer required a different approach: she relied on visual memory and emotional cues to absorb her lines and truly embody her characters. This adaptability has been key to her becoming one of the most beloved and successful actors in Hollywood.
✨ Aniston’s Success ✨
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Jennifer Aniston has starred in over 50 films and TV shows.
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Her hit show Friends has become one of the most-watched series worldwide, with billions of viewers.
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In addition to her acting, she’s a successful producer and philanthropist, using her platform to support causes like mental health and children’s rights.
Jennifer Aniston is an inspiring figure, showing that with resilience and creativity, challenges like dyslexia.
Source: Understood.org
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Tools and Tips
Keeble
Keeble is an accessible keyboard designed to facilitate typing in almost any iOS app to support dyslexics.
You can choose from a variety of colors, fonts, and reduce typos.
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Featured Videos
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For Parents
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For Professionals
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Podcast
Mind Bites
@lexicminds AI tools are a great help and accommodation for Dyslexic thinkers. Speechify can come in handy as a text-to-speech tool. 🎧 Learn how to us… See more
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