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In this episode of The Dyslexia Life Hacks Show, Matt is talking to Ekua Cant. She is a career coach and author of Be Your No.1 Cheerleader.

In this podcast they talk about Ekua dyslexia and dyscalculia and its effect during her education. She had a career with the civil service where she had to learn how to write in a different way to watch, used to which she took on as a challenge as she enjoys long words however, her grammar is not her strong suit.

In Episode 55 of The Dyslexia Life Hacks Show, host Matt engages in a conversation with Jo Rees, the founder of Another Way Round Dyslexia Support. With over two decades of experience as a primary school teacher and a background as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), Jo shares her personal journey of discovering her own dyslexia while working as a teacher. She opens up about the challenges she faced and the strategies she implemented to overcome them.

Jo also discusses the profound impact of dyslexia on her postnatal depression and how she found her own path of self-discovery. As a mother of three children with dyslexia, Jo provides valuable insights into balancing motherhood and a teaching career, making career changes to accommodate her family’s needs.

The episode dives deep into Jo’s son’s journey with dyslexia, exploring strategies to help him stay focused and find his moment. Jo shares her experiences supporting her two daughters’ education, highlighting the differences compared to her son’s journey. Additionally, Jo talks about establishing her own business, Another Way Round Dyslexia Support, and her surprising success on TikTok.

Don’t miss this enlightening episode where Jo Rees offers a wealth of knowledge and personal anecdotes, empowering individuals with dyslexia and providing invaluable support for parents and adults.