The Gift of Dyslexia: The Book that Completely Changed my World

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Explore Kirsty Heap’s journey in this podcast episode as she transitions from a corporate job to full-time self-employment, navigating the challenges of dyslexia. Discover the difficulties she faced in concealing her true self during her corporate tenure and how embracing authenticity led to increased happiness in her work. The episode delves into the themes of unmasking, self-discovery, and the leap into self-employment. Gain valuable insights and tips for individuals contemplating a similar path but are concerned about potential barriers posed by dyslexia. Key topics include the struggle of masking one’s identity to fit in, the importance of finding genuine happiness in being oneself, and the empowering journey into self-employment. Explore the transformative experience of breaking free from societal expectations and embracing authenticity in the professional realm. Keywords: Masking, Being Yourself, Self-Employed.

In the episode of The Dyslexia Life Hacks Show, Matt talks to Delwyn McKenzie from Accent Music School in West Melton, New Zealand. She comes from a musical family being the youngest of five and both her parents play instruments. They taught her how to play a variety of interments from a very young age.