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In this episode, I explore what I believe is the most effective strategy for supporting dyslexia, ADHD, and neurodivergence: leading with strengths and trusting the rest will follow.

I share personal stories from my own life and parenting journey, showing how strengths like music, performance, and communication can build confidence, resilience, and real-life skills often doing more than direct academic intervention alone.

We talk honestly about why so many dyslexic people feel like they “have no strengths,” how confidence can become a bigger barrier than dyslexia itself, and why parents are sometimes scared to fully embrace their child’s gifts. I also share powerful examples of how giving children autonomy, permission to step back, and freedom to enjoy their strengths can unlock incredible growth.

If you’re a parent, educator, or dyslexic adult who feels stuck in the “fixing” cycle, this episode will help you see strengths differently and why they deserve to be the main character, not the subplot.

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In this episode, I go back to basics, recording straight from my phone and reflecting on why simplicity often allows for more honesty and connection.

I share updates from a busy week, including presenting on Creating Successful Dyslexics, upcoming projects, and new work focused on dyslexia-friendly text. The heart of this episode explores the power of thinking differently and why lived experience matters, how mindset shapes the dyslexic journey, and why questioning what we think we know is essential in education and life.

I also introduce a new low-cost parent guide for supporting dyslexic children at home and end with a reminder to always look on the dyslexic side of life.

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I am back!!! Welcome to Season 4 of Dyslexic Life with Jo Rees.

In this very special episode, I’m celebrating 10 years as a dyslexic entrepreneur and reflecting on the journey from supporting families in my front room to working with thousands of dyslexic individuals, parents, schools, and professionals nationwide.

I share:

How Another Way Round Dyslexia Support began

The impact of 10 years of assessments, teaching, training, and community building

My journey into speaking, courses, coaching, and podcasting

Navigating dyslexia while raising three dyslexic children

Why my 2026 mission is to help 1,000 dyslexics go from surviving to thriving

I also introduce:Own Your Dyslexia – Thrive Camp (formerly Boot Camp and the new group mentoring support

A free YouTube reading & spelling series with an accompanying resource library because reading should never be a privilege or a postcode lottery

Own Your Dyslexia – Thrive Camp:
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It has been a while because dyslexic Life with Jo Rees has been dealing with the dyslexia on the daily... myself and my kids and sometimes we just have to prioritse ourselves... But this is a round up of the last 6 weeks where some great thins have happened! Mostly pleased becasue i said 'my son is in Australia setting up a life out there without bursting into tears which has been a recurring theme in the last few weeks!

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With Dyslexia Awareness month now in full swing this weeks podcast episode I dig deep into the purpose and reasons behind me doing what I do.

How society views, perceives and understands dyslexia hugely shapes how successful a person can be. This is the biggest issue when it comes to dyslexia and it remains so misunderstood. This dyslexia awareness month I intend to do all I can to show up and help people

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In this episode I reflecting on being “that parent” when raising and advocating for dyslexic children, and sharing insights from the Positive Dyslexia Conference in Twickenham where I was a keynote speaker.

As parents of dyslexic children, we’re often told not to be “that parent” – the one who pushes, questions, and challenges. But what if advocating for your child’s needs isn’t about being difficult, but about love, support, and preventing disengagement from education? In this episode, I unpick my own parenting journey, explore when I had to step up and push for change, and share strategies for working with schools and teachers instead of against them.

I also talk about:

• Why I shifted my keynote talk from “Parenting Successful Dyslexics” to exploring dyslexia from a parent’s perspective.
• The reality of advocating for dyslexic children in schools as both a parent and former SENCO.
• Why in-person conferences like the Positive Dyslexia Limited event are still so powerful for connection, learning, and confidence.
• My upcoming Isle of Wight Dyslexia Conference and why it’s worth showing up in real life.

If you’re a parent of a dyslexic child, an educator, or simply curious about the lived experience of dyslexia, this episode is for you.

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