Hiding From The Truth

You know those moments when your mind surprises you out of nowhere? That happened to me the other day, right in front of a mechanic shop. In this week’s episode, I share how my dyslexic mind lit up with all sorts of thoughts and how it led me to question the beliefs I hold about myself. I also uncovered why it can be so easy to hide from the truth.

We’ll explore the mental chatter that sometimes takes over, how those hidden beliefs might hold us back, and the realisation I had by the time I finished recording. If you’ve ever felt like you’re watching your thoughts from a distance and wondering who’s steering the ship, you’ll enjoy this episode of the Truth About Dyslexia.

Seeing My Dyslexic Mind in Action

I was passing by a mechanic shop when I felt my brain spark with a sudden rush of ideas. It was as if my mind saw something ordinary and then decided to turn it into a full-blown self-analysis. Have you had that moment when you look at a sign, word, or picture and your mind leaps to a new conclusion?

Being dyslexic can feel like a constant swirl of these moments. One second you’re reading a sign, the next you’re down a winding thought process you didn’t plan. It’s like you’re hopping on a train of ideas that pick up speed before you know what’s happening.

In this episode, I talk about how we often believe certain things about ourselves, sometimes without even realising it. Watching my own thoughts made me wonder if these beliefs have always been there, quietly influencing the way I see the world.

"It was like I was out of my body watching what my mind was telling me."

Uncovering Hidden Beliefs

We all have beliefs that run in the background, like apps on a phone. For dyslexics, these beliefs often revolve around the fear of failure or the worry we’re not as capable as others. It’s sneaky because we might not even notice until something triggers it. That’s what happened to me outside the mechanic shop.

One quick glance at a car being repaired turned into a thought spiral about whether I’m “broken” too, or if I’m always in need of a fix. I realised these comparisons might come from a deeply rooted belief that I’m trying to hide from. You’d think we’d notice such beliefs straight away, but sometimes they surface in the strangest places.

When these beliefs pop up, it can feel unsettling. We might try to brush them aside or bury them deeper, but ignoring them only gives them more power. Exploring what’s beneath them is the first step to untangling that knot in our minds.

Why We Hide from the Truth

Hiding from the truth usually starts out as a protective strategy. We believe it’s easier to keep certain thoughts tucked away, because facing them feels too big or too painful. We might convince ourselves that if we don’t look at it, it’ll magically vanish.

The truth is, it never disappears. Instead, it creeps into our decisions and actions. It might cause us to hesitate when we want to speak up or create self-doubt when we try something new. We distract ourselves or keep busy with other things, but the root issue stays.

In this episode, I dive into how being dyslexic shapes this tendency. We often see ourselves through past experiences and times we’ve struggled. If we think we need to be “fixed,” we’ll keep that belief simmering below the surface instead of addressing it head-on.

The Surprising Realisation

By the end of recording, I came to a surprising realisation. I noticed that my fear of facing my inner truths had become tougher than the truths themselves. Through talking it out, I saw that challenging my own beliefs might actually be a lot less scary than tiptoeing around them forever.

I realised that once you acknowledge a belief out loud, there’s a chance to change how it shows up for you. It’s like turning on a light in a dark room. It’s no longer as intimidating, and you can see where you want to step next.

That’s one reason I’m so passionate about open conversations around dyslexia. We’ve got to question the stories we’ve been telling ourselves. We need to decide how much of that story we want to carry forward. And if it’s a story that isn’t serving us anymore, we do what we can to let it go.

Ways to Start Facing the Hidden Truth

If any of this sounds familiar, here are a few starting points you might find helpful:

• Observe Your Thoughts: Next time something unexpected pops into your mind, take a moment to notice it without judgement.
• Ask Yourself Why: If a thought feels negative or limiting, ask why it’s there. Then think about where it might have come from.
• Share with Someone: Talking about tricky emotions or beliefs can ease the burden. They’re less powerful once voiced.
• Celebrate Tiny Wins: Recognise small successes like catching a negative thought before it goes wild. It builds confidence.

Facing truths and questioning beliefs doesn’t mean you’re flawed. It’s about growth and freedom. The more you’re able to understand your own mind, the closer you get to living the life you want.

Key Takeaways

• Hidden beliefs often shape our reactions more than we realise.
• Facing the truth can feel scarier than it actually is.
• Observation and curiosity open doors for positive change.
• Small steps, like catching one limiting thought, can spark a big shift.
• It’s okay to feel unsettled at first. Discomfort often signals growth.

There’s a lot of power in spotting beliefs that steer us off course. Naming them helps us loosen their grip, and it’s a process we can keep refining. Once we let ourselves explore the truth, there’s room for a stronger sense of confidence beneath the surface.

If you want more insights, make sure to listen to the full episode. You’ll find the podcast player right at the top of this page. I share real examples of what it feels like when that sudden realisation hits, plus how you can take small but meaningful steps to face those hidden beliefs.

And if you’re keen to dive deeper into building confidence and uncovering the truth about how your dyslexic mind works, check out The Confident Dyslexic. It’s a place I’ve created to help people like us explore, learn, and grow in a supportive space. Give it a look and see if it feels right for you.