#hpd - 2 Ways To Better Use Your Dyslexic Brain

Ready to tap into a side of dyslexia you may not have fully explored yet? In this episode, we take a step beyond basic dyslexia awareness and acceptance. We talk about why these steps matter, how they reduce shame, and where they can lead you next.

You’ll discover what it means to be a “High Performance Dyslexic,” which involves mastering the mind rather than letting dyslexia hold you back. We also share two powerful visual techniques that can help you feel more at ease, grounded, and in control of your day-to-day challenges.

Why Awareness and Acceptance Matter

Many of us with dyslexia spend years feeling misunderstood or overlooked. It’s not surprising. Our strengths aren’t always obvious in traditional schools or workplaces, so we often internalise confusion and a sense of isolation.

That’s why dyslexia awareness and acceptance are so vital. Recognising you’re not alone can spark a deep shift. You identify less with the struggle and see what’s actually possible when you own your gifts. This step often happens when we hear stories from others who’ve been there and found new ways of coping.

“Taking the awareness and acceptance, starting to release the shame, and learning how to master your mind is the game-changer.”

Becoming the High Performance Dyslexic

So what’s on the other side of acceptance? It’s a vision we’re calling the High Performance Dyslexic. This is the person who says, “I see my dyslexia, and I know it comes with pain, but I also know it comes with real strengths.”

Being high performing isn’t just about productivity or getting more done. It’s about feeling confident in your life and work. It’s the belief that you can direct your unique thinking in ways that feel fulfilling. It’s wanting to break free from shame so you can help others around you.

When you reach out for support, you learn to work in sync with how you process words and pictures. You begin to see the potential that was always there.

Two Visual Techniques That Can Help

An overactive mind can be challenging if you’re dyslexic. Sometimes it’s tough to turn your thoughts off. These two simple visual techniques can make a dramatic difference in how you approach everyday tasks and big goals.

• The Desk Clean-Up – Picture a messy desk filled with random papers, old coffee cups, and notes. This messy desk is your mind. Take a second to visualise yourself organising that clutter. Place everything into neat piles or slide them into drawers. You’ll discover a sense of relief as you mentally create order, freeing space to think clearly.
• The Firewall Technique – Imagine a powerful firewall between you and your anxious thoughts. See them pinging off the screen, unable to get through. You’re still aware of them, but they don’t consume you. This gives you more control over how much attention you give them. It might sound simple, but it works wonders on those days when everything feels overwhelming.

Both techniques allow your mind to quiet so you can focus on what matters. They create a mental buffer where you choose what you pay attention to, shaping your sense of calm.

Moving Forward: Your Journey

Every dyslexic journey is different, yet the path gets smoother when you’ve got a community and the right tools. Awareness and acceptance open the door. Then you step through into the realm of the High Performance Dyslexic.

You’ll start noticing how much lighter you feel once you shed that old baggage of “not good enough.” If you’re curious about exploring how you can master your thoughts, you’re not alone. Plenty of adults with dyslexia want strategies for coping. Even more, they want to thrive in a world that doesn’t always speak their language.

It might not happen overnight. We all slip up, but that’s part of the process. Cultivating these visual techniques and releasing old beliefs about dyslexia can be just the springboard you need to live life on your terms.

• Identify your points of shame and remember you’re not alone.
• Use the two visual techniques regularly to reduce mental overwhelm.
• Focus on your strengths and see dyslexia as an advantage.
• Seek support and keep learning to stay on track.

Now, if you’re ready to explore this concept further and move toward becoming a high performing dyslexic, then definitely check out the full episode above. If you’d like one-on-one help, feel free to reach out and book a time to talk here:

https://coaching.truthaboutdyslexia.com

You’ve got what it takes. Let’s uncover more of it together.