If given the option, would you choose for your child to have dyslexia? Dyslexia is widely thought of as a challenge that gets in the way of learning but what if we’ve got it wrong? What if dyslexia is a gift? What if dyslexia helps your child to think in a way that many people cannot, therefore, providing an angle of creativity that this world really needs? What if dyslexia is actually….a strength?
Rich Sanchez grew up struggling with his dyslexia but as an adult, he has found a way to harness his unique talents. By educating himself on dyslexia, he discovered many great minds throughout history had the same type of wiring as he did and that uniqueness was the very thing that helped propel them to greatness. Inspired by those stories, he pursued his dreams of entrepreneurship and found success by utilizing his dyslexia in a positive way. He’s made it his mission to help others do the same thing.
Join us today as Rich and I explore dyslexia from a new perspective.
In this episode you’ll hear:
- Rich’s dyslexia story
- Why dyslexia is really a strength…but not many see it that way
- Careers that work well for dyslexics
- The names of famous world impactors who you might not know had dyslexia
- Why failure is just part of the process
- Tools that have helped Rich overcome his challenges (including our beloved audiobooks!)
- What we can teach our children to help them be prepared for life
- A word of encouragement from Rich just for you, mama
Misty says
I am a homeschool mom of a dyslexic child. This podcast episode was so encouraging and delightful! I already knew that dyslexia is a strength, but hearing others’ unique journeys gives me so much joy. This podcast makes me so excited to watch my daughter walk her unique journey as well. I really appreciate hearing the specific advice for parents that Mr Sanchez provided. I’m predicting that there will be a lemonade stand in our neighborhood this summer…
And “failure” is simply a pause on the path to find the way that works.
Nancy Coman says
Listening to the podcast “Seeing Dyslexia as a Strength” gave me hope that this condition would be considered acceptable in the eyes of today’s educators. My Uncle David had dyslexia when he was living many years ago, and it was a serious challenge to him. He had immense talent as an artist, but could not find a way to work through having his dyslexia in other areas. In that time period, there were no “person centered” programs, and no home schooling as there is at this moment. It seems according to the podcast, there may be an increased likelihood for change in our present time. Aspirations and dreams can be put aside, when there seems to be no hope when acceptance and help is limited. I found the podcast very educational and enlightening as well. Thank you Cindy Rinna and Rich Sanchez for sharing your expertise with us.