Advocating for a child with dyslexia or ADHD can feel overwhelming—whether it’s navigating school systems, requesting accommodations, or simply helping others see your child’s true potential. In this episode of Dyslexia Decoded, I’m sharing practical tips to empower parents, caregivers, and educators to become strong advocates.

You’ll learn:

✅ How to confidently communicate with teachers and school staff

✅ Key phrases and strategies for requesting accommodations

✅ The power of reframing your child’s challenges as strengths

✅ How to handle common roadblocks in the advocacy process

Whether you’re preparing for an IEP meeting, advocating in a homeschool setting, or just starting this journey, this episode will equip you with tools and encouragement to stand boldly for your child’s needs.

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Failure isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of growth. In this episode of Dyslexia Decoded, Teacher Maggie dives into the messy but magical world of setbacks and why they’re essential for building resilience, creativity, and confidence. Sharing personal stories of her own stumbles as a dyslexic learner, Maggie explains how failure can reveal hidden strengths and unlock untapped potential.

Learn practical tips for creating a “fail-friendly” home, encouraging risk-taking, and teaching kids to bounce back stronger than ever. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or student, this episode will inspire you to embrace failure as an essential part of the learning journey.

Join us as we reframe setbacks, celebrate progress, and discover the art of failing fabulously!

Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Thank you for listening to Dyslexia Decoded! Remember, every journey begins with a single step, and progress always beats perfection.

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Have you ever let perfectionism hold you back? In this episode of Dyslexia Decoded, I’m getting vulnerable and sharing the story behind why it took me months to release this very podcast. Recorded on my 43rd birthday and finally released in January 2025, this episode is a testament to embracing imperfection and starting messy.

You’ll hear:

•My journey with dyslexia and how it shaped my perspective on failure.

•The cringe-worthy story of my first podcast recording—and why I decided to post it anyway.

•Why being bad at something is a necessary step on the road to being great.

If you’ve ever struggled with fear of failure or perfectionism, this episode is for you. Let’s celebrate the courage to start, no matter how imperfectly, and discover the beauty in progress over perfection.

Key Takeaways:

•Why starting messy is better than not starting at all.

•How embracing imperfection leads to growth and transformation.

•Stories of resilience, creativity, and turning struggles into triumphs.

Thank you for listening to Dyslexia Decoded! Remember, every journey begins with a single step, and progress always beats perfection.

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Until next time, stay strong, stay curious, and stay fearless. 💚