Anna Edwards is a dyslexic learner, but she has made an effort to hide that from her friends and colleagues.  For Anna, there was a stigma surrounding the "D" word. She shares with us in this episode that she felt fearful for what being dyslexic meant for her as a person.  This feeling was reinforced over the years by comments of not being smart enough or people sharing with her how surprised they were that she COULD do so much.  Now as a pediatric nurse practitioner she uses her skill set...

Like most things in life, the best course of action is not always the path chosen.  This is what happened with this podcast. After my last episode, I had a desire to reach a bigger audience and I thought I might do that with Moon Child Radio, BUT, after considering that, I decided parents were my target audience and that I would just need a new podcast. So, Dyslexically Successful will continue and then in January 2021, I will release Present Moment Parenting. I am accepting guests for both...

Sarah Vickery is a dyslexic learner, but beyond that she is a creator.  Even though she did not speak until after the age of three, she found comfort in her doodles and drawings.  These drawings helped her make sense of the world and process her thoughts. Drawing and sketching was always a safe-haven for Sarah. She now has created something incredible to bring this same concept to children, not only in the UK, but really world-wide. She hosts online classes or Cartoon Club with both children...

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Ryan, a 7th grader, discusses the ways he learns best. Sometimes strengths can be challenges as well. Ryan describes some techniques that helped him. Have you tried any of these strategies to optimize your learning? This episode art was designed by Ryan. This episode’s audio was edited by Ryan. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthcareadvocacy/message

Gilbert Chavarria is a dyslexic learner and proud of it.  It wasn't always like that for him.  Especially in public school.  As one of the "short-bus" riders, he attended a school within a school from the 6-8th grades.  This self-contained classroom was for the slow-learners and trouble-makers. He was not identified as dyslexic until the 10th grade.  Elementary school unfortunately did not help him develop strong reading skills, but rather through his experiences he developed a sense of...

Karen-Lynn Chulp was born in the 1950's and not only struggled with the learning disability she later came to know as dyslexia, but she also grew up with significant physical challenges from Cerebral Palsy. Karen's story is truly inspiring and filled with hope, and as she will tell you, if Karen can do it, you can too!  Find out more about Karen's blog and speaking engagements on her website. https://whispersofhope.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make...

Nic Pool is an adult dyslexic learner, but he is also a father, mechanic and student in a physical therapy assistant program.  He may not have had an easy time fitting into the mold of a traditional educational path, but he found his own path to success.  Along this journey, he has learned how to be humbled, and how to keep moving forward, because even though it may be easier to just shut down, it does not allow you to achieve your goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...

Timberly Fabian is a daughter, and wife, and mom and someone who suffers with 2 invisible chronic conditions (Fibromyalgia and Spina Bifida).  She talks with us today about the intense pain and impact her conditions have had on her life and her identity as a person.  This is a very candid interview with someone who you can use as your voice, if you are still trying to find yours.  She wants you to know that you are not alone. She wants you to know that it is ok to love yourself for who you...

William Manzanares is a serial entrepreneur. He also is an author of a book called I Can't Read. This podcast will not only highlight his struggles as a non-reader, but lend inspiration to those who faces challenges in whatever facet of their life.  In fact, sometimes, it is taking your struggle and turning it into a strength.  For William, he took his struggle with reading and what he couldn't do and instead asked himself  "how can I do it?"  That turned him on to audiobooks and now for one...

Zac Snyder may only may a college student, but he has already has had a lot of experiences which have shaped his outlook on life. He no longer views his learning challenges as barriers.  In fact, through this process and with the support of his parents, he has learned how to be his own advocate for getting his educational needs met.  He wants all students out there to know that "What you are going through right now is only temporary." He is living proof that with a strong support system,...

In this episode, Ross Blount, a Wealth Management Advisor, shares his struggles in school.  Throughout his younger grades win South Africa, he was resolved to think that he was "not cut out for learning", but eventually he discovered through his experiences on the soccer field and in math class exactly where his skills resided.  He realized that he had something the other players and students did not.  Listen to find out Ross' dyslexic strength and acknowledge the strengths within you or your...

Season 2, Episode 3: Kaden Forsha is a 5th grader with ADHD and Dyslexia, but that hasn't stopped him from appearing on Seasons 1 and 2 of American Ninja Warrior Junior.  In fact, Kaden shares with us how his growth mindset and determination has allowed him to turn the challenges of reading and hyperactivity into super powers, better than those of Spiderman and Batman! Check out more from Kaden on Youtube and Instagram @Chatterboxninja or on FB at Kaden...

Chris Riley is a self proclaimed "tech" guy who loves all things Apple and Legos.  He is also a dyslexic learner who struggled with feelings of being flawed and broken as a child.  He had an a-ha moment about how he was able to leverage his strengths instead of focusing on the things that were personally challenging in his field. And now he sharing this info with other co-workers. In this episode, he hopes to "pique" your interest in how your (or your child's) neuro-diverse brain is actually...

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Irene Diamond, RT, calls herself a “Pain Reliever & Mover-Improver for Businesses & Bodies”! In 1995 she founded San Francisco, California’s very first Wellness Center, Diamond Pain Relief & Wellness Center.  DWC operates as a Precise Private Practice, enjoying referrals from pain specialists and health care providers across the country. For the last 3 decades practice owners, schools, and organizations have come to Irene as a business strategist and for her clinical education...

Dr. Joe Tatta speaks with us today about ways to reduce and even reverse chronic pain and disease.  The research shows that lifestyle medicine approaches are safe and effective interventions to improve your healthspan in the process. Find out more about Dr. Joe Tatta, including his podcasts and blog posts, at his Integrative Pain Science Institute website: https://www.integrativepainscienceinstitute.com/ Or join his FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/IPSICommunity/ --- This...

Lauren Bahr, P.T., H.C. is a friend that I had the pleasure of knowing through an online course we were both enrolled in. She has a story that many of us as moms and professionals can relate to.  Her story involves many dark months of not being able to get up out of bed and then she started to ask herself the question, "How have other people gotten better." She began to get curious about her own health and what she could do to help herself heal.  Now 5 years later and she even wrote a book...

Will Boyd, PT, DPT, and co-owner of Healthy Funnel sits down and discusses healthcare care from a bird's eye view.  He talks about the problems he noticed within the healthcare system and the path he chose to facilitate change.  Will also addresses student debt and the inequities healthcare workers face between the cost of an education and the potential limits of a typical healthcare career.  He discusses a bunch more too! I know you will really want to take a listen. If you are a healthcare...

Are you someone who has a chronic disease, or are you a caregiver of someone who does?  Do you feel helpless within the system and unsure of how to really get the care you need?  Do you feel like your healthcare providers don't listen and this makes you frustrated?  Nancy Gretzinger was also someone like you, but she took charge of her health and partnered with healthcare providers who actually did answer her concerns and questions. Check out one of her books on Amazon:...

Dr. Jennifer Melancon, PT, DPT, aka "The Scar Lady",  has a passion about scars and how these often small disruptions in your skin can actually be an overlooked source of pain and dysfunction. I learned a lot talking with Jennifer and I have a hunch that you will too! FB: https://www.facebook.com/cedarphysicaltherapywellness/ https://www.cedarptwellness.com/?fbclid=IwAR23d__IvyOw4VUK1D0tOSRXIBM6TQJew_sRVDMIYFkDt7zC8XtB3Am2Tyg https://neurokinetictherapy.com/about-nkt-seminars/ ---...

Carrie Gamet from Carrie Gamet Advocacy, LLC provides a wealth of information on this episode about how to go about getting your child tested in the school for special education services.  She has such a passion about guiding parents through this process since she herself has 3 children all who need specialized educational services. Carrie also has provided many resources for you to look into, no matter which state you live...

Lisa Arendell from Lisa Lou Fitness LLC talks about why she is so passionate about helping other women and moms create a better legacy than what was provided to them.  She also opens up about some personal health journeys that she has been on, including Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and having explant surgery. Learn more about Lisa and how she may be able to support you or someone you love by going to: FB: https://www.facebook.com/LisaLouFitness/ Instagram:...