Have you ever wondered what it’s like to share your personal battle with dyslexia and turn it into a spark for others? In this new podcast episode, we talked with a dyslexic author who’s doing just that. It’s the first time we’ve hosted a guest interview, and it was well worth it.
Our guest spoke about the confidence dips, the unexpected twists that come with reading struggles, and how writing a book became an act of courage. He also described how he’s trying to normalise dyslexia for future generations, showing that reading challenges can open doors to a different kind of creativity. If you’re itching for an uplifting conversation on making sense of what dyslexia can offer, this one’s for you.
The moment our guest started talking, I felt his passion for encouraging others to see dyslexia in a whole new light. He shared how he wrestled with self-doubt at school, especially when teachers wrote him off for not fitting the mould.
He didn’t hold back from telling personal stories. I had goosebumps when he said, “I spent years thinking I was broken, but now I realise I’ve just been shaped differently.”
“I spent years thinking I was broken, but now I realise I’ve just been shaped differently.”
Our chat dug deep into the highs and lows he’s faced. He talked about moments when all he could see were his flaws and how he made peace with them by writing them down. Sharing them in book form was the next natural step.
It reminded me that telling your truth can be both terrifying and exciting. It starts with giving yourself permission to write or speak in your own voice without worrying about perfect grammar or structure.
Some of us learn to keep our heads down because we think we’ll never spell correctly, read fast enough, or keep up with new words. Our guest’s journey shows that pushing beyond these mental walls can lead to unexpected success.
He used simple tactics to keep moving forward, like reading his work aloud or getting a helper to review tricky parts. It’s a reminder that no system is one-size-fits-all. You find what works and trust that your message is more important than a few rough edges.
You might think motivation just appears, but our conversation got real about the days when you’d rather hide under the duvet. Our guest said the key is remembering who you want to help.
Your story can propel someone else to face their reading or writing challenges. That’s what kept him writing, even on the rough days. He explained that every stumbling block we push through becomes a guiding light for someone coming after us.
If you’re keen to dive deeper into this moving conversation, the podcast player is at the top of the page. Tap play and let our guest’s words spark your own ideas about dyslexia, writing, and the future you can create. You won’t want to miss the full interview.
