One in five people in the world have dyslexia, including my dad, my son and my husband. Dad has long spoken about the unique skills that come with dyslexic thinking, and we’ve been supporting the team at Made By Dyslexia in their mission to redefine dyslexia since the charity was founded seven years ago. One of the highlights of the work we’ve done together was adding Dyslexic Thinking as an official drop down skill on LinkedIn – resulting in a 1562% increase in positive online sentiment towards the word ‘dyslexia’. Here's the full story: https://virg.in/3LZx3Sm #dyslexia #purpose #dyslexicthinking
Andy Thorne
2mo
I love being dyslexic. I can see multiple things at one time in one place and normally just know what to do. My son whose dyslexic is similar but different. He can put together anything without instructions. So I think there is different kinds of dyslexia.. and by the way I still write .. we ship to Darbados..
Sara Roberts
2mo
This is such important work Holly Branson. I'm a hidden academic and needed to learn 'on the job' when my daughter was found to be dyslexic. Navigating the school and further education system, knowing what works for her and guiding an ambitious teen as she navigates her future career has been (and continues to be) a steep learning curve.
Bruce Carmona
2mo
I had a hard time navigating school in my youth years. I was diagnosed with dyslexia about 2nd grade, I think in pictures very fast,
Fabio De Sio
2mo
Dear Holly, This is such an important issue, and I truly believe that what some might see as a challenge, others—including your dad—can see as a superpower. Your father's incredible journey as an entrepreneur and the inspiration he has provided to so many of us is a testament to how dyslexic thinking brings unique and invaluable skills to the table. I've always admired your family's commitment to making the world a better place, and it's heartening to see the strides being made towards recognizing and embracing dyslexia. I share your hope that this superpower will be better understood, not just in the school system but in every corner of society. Dyslexia is indeed a vital part of the diversity and inclusion landscape, and it's crucial that we continue to push for a world where all abilities are celebrated and valued. Sadly, many companies still fall short of true inclusivity, despite their best intentions. But with continued efforts like yours and the work of Made By Dyslexia, I believe we can create a more inclusive world where everyone’s unique abilities are recognized and cherished. Thank you so much for sharing this post and your family's experience. Best regards, Fabio
I love this everything I watch this. I'm Proudly #MadeByDyslexia it truly is my #Superpower. #BeTheChange. Join the movement It's about how we come together that makes a difference. I'll just leave this right here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/goalstrategiesforpersonalandbus7223291363914625024 #Plowboy
Here, here! A teacher diagnosed me with dyslexia when I was 7 (unofficially of course). When I was 8 I decided I wanted to be an actor. By the time I was 10 I was doing a London West End stage play. I now teach communication skills, including the written word! There were times in the past when I was highly embarrassed about my difficulties in reading and especially spelling. An actress called Susan Hampshire once explained to me that she was so dyslexic that she had to have scripts recorded so she could learn her lines that way. I am no longer apologetic for being dyslexic. I think it's a benefit to my teaching. I'm the best person to judge if something is easy to read and absorb or not.
Dyslexia & dyspraxia are very closely linked to ADHD and Autism too Holly Branson Our family journey started out with my daughter being diagnosed with dyspraxia aged 9 and a subsequent ADHD diagnosis aged 12 As neurodivergent conditions are largely hereditary then my husband’s diagnosis, then my sons and then mine followed in the last 2 years!! Given that 1 in 5 have dyslexia (and there probably ADHD and/or autism) then with hereditary lines we must be on a path to the state that half the world is neurodivergent and half neurotypical but we are only just realising. Just a theory.
How exciting to redefine our world! A while ago I had the honor of working with a dyslexic late talker. As a result of a traumatic separation from her mom at 1 1/2 Lilly`s soul shut down her left brain leaving her family to think she was mentally retarded. To cope and compensate the loss of her left brain speaking skills, Lilly`s brain started to rewire creating a special space in her right brain to arrange language development from age 3. We we met in her mid twenties, when after careful somato-sensoric rewiring Lilly`s brain started to re-integrate her left brain capacities into her holodynamic right brain landscapes. Since the first day of our encounter I was enchanted by the beauty of her "dyslexic" thinking which resulted in a intuitive initiation of a person she trusted into her inner world through a ESP connection which reminded me of AVATAR and the world of the Navi on Pandora of Alpha Centauri. Our meeting pod was a psychedelic meditation space in our Refugio where we shared much like in lucid dreams. When we dare to welcome the difference in others, we create miracles: Lilly is now a sought after dyslexic interior designer!
Amar K.
2mo
Your family is truly inspiring. Thank you for raising awareness about dyslexia.
Executive Business Partner to Chief Executive at Randstad Enterprise
2moIt was only through the work of Made By Dyslexia that I realised I was dyslexic myself! Inspired to partner with the likes of Virgin, Randstad and Made by Dyslexia to change the way the world see dyslexic thinking.