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The Truth About Dyslexia is back. Hosted by Stephen Martin, this podcast is for adults with dyslexia, ADHD, and neurodiverse brains trying to make sense of work, life, relationships, health, and entrepreneurship. This is not just about reading and spelling. It’s about real life with a brain wired differently. Expect honest stories, practical tools, hard-won lessons, and those “I thought it was just me” moments. No gurus. No hustle culture. Just the truth about dyslexia, ADHD, and doing life your own way.
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Got told you were dyslexic as a kid, and then nothing else? Now you've got seventeen unfinished projects, you interrupt people, and you can't sit through a movie without your phone. There might be a second thing going on. I found mine at 32, when a mate pointed at my foot tapping under the table. In this episode: Why ADHD so often hides behind a dyslexia diagnosis 10 signs it might be both, from unfinished books to the apology machine Kelly the florist who can't stop interrupting, and why she's not being rude Sanjay the bus driver with a garage full of hobbies What to do with your number, and what changed for me after my second diagnosis Keep count as you listen. If you get to five or more, it's worth a chat with a GP or psychologist. Want people who get the spicy mix? Join Right Brain Resetters. Monthly micro courses, live Q&A with me, and a community that gets it. $7 a month for founding members. Join Right Brain Resetters My book covers the stuff nobody told me at 10 or at 32. Dyslexia & ADHD Explained From The Inside: What I Wish They'd Told Me. Get the paperback | Get it on Kindle Not sure if you're dyslexic? Take the free 2 minute quiz How many did you get out of 10? Leave a comment on Spotify, or tell me in the Right Brain Resetters group or the Facebook group. Your questions become episodes. Send this to the mate whose foot is always going under the table. Have an epic rest of your day. truthaboutdyslexia.com Join the Facebook group
Ever wake up and you're already a six out of ten? Nothing's happened yet, and your brain's running hot. A listener, Nika, asked me to go deeper on the time and stimulation rating from August. So here it is, properly this time. In this episode: How to rate your stimulation out of 10, and why a 6 first thing is a warning sign The overwhelm blanket: when you're stuck between the now and the future The four boxes, and which one is actually good for planning Gus the line painter, who was planning from the wrong box What one month sober and skipping meds on high days has shown me Quick answer to Nika's other question: 50 leads for a door that didn't exist Want tools that actually work for a right brain thinker? Join Right Brain Resetters. Monthly micro courses, live Q&A with me, and a community that gets it. $7 a month for founding members. Join Right Brain Resetters My book is out now. Dyslexia & ADHD Explained From The Inside: What I Wish They'd Told Me. Get the paperback | Get it on Kindle Not sure if you're dyslexic? Take the free 2 minute quiz What number did you wake up at today? Leave a comment on Spotify, or tell me in the Right Brain Resetters group or the Facebook group. Your questions become episodes, just like Nika's did. If this helped, send it to someone who wakes up already at a six. Have an epic rest of your day. truthaboutdyslexia.com Join the Facebook group
I just got back from Singapore. My first proper long haul trip since COVID, and I'd built that plane ride up into a monster in my head. Spoiler. I was fine. Here's what the trip taught me about burnout, AI and finally finishing stuff. In this episode: Why we build things up in our heads, then turn out absolutely fine Why my ADHD brain is at its best in holiday chaos Burnout: thriving with too many strings in the air, until you're not Why AI is the first tech that gets us from 80% to 100% The 3D printed fidget toy Croc charm that Claude designed for our family Want tools that actually work for a right brain thinker? Join Right Brain Resetters. Monthly micro courses, live Q&A with me, and a community that gets it. $7 a month for founding members. Join Right Brain Resetters My book is out now. Dyslexia & ADHD Explained From The Inside: What I Wish They'd Told Me. AI helped me pull my thoughts together for this one. Get the paperback | Get it on Kindle Not sure if you're dyslexic? Take the free 2 minute quiz What are you using AI for? Or what's stopping you from giving it a go? Tell me in the Right Brain Resetters group or the Facebook group. I'll answer the best ones on the show. If this helped, send it to a mate who's still on the fence about AI. Have an epic rest of your day. truthaboutdyslexia.com Join the Facebook group
You can land a plane in a storm. You can't do your tax return. That's not laziness. That's dopamine. If you've got a dyslexic or ADHD brain, this is the episode that explains why the boring stuff feels impossible, and what to do about it. No textbook. Just pictures. In this episode: Why dopamine is the "go and get it" chemical, not the happy one Nadia the air traffic controller who hasn't done her taxes in three years Brett the tattoo artist who does four days of work in four hours at 11pm The four things that actually start our engine (and why "important" isn't one of them) Cheap fuel: why the phone makes the spreadsheet impossible Five things that work for me, plus the 80 plus 1 rule Not about medication. About what's actually going on in there, either way. Want tools that actually work for a right brain thinker? Join Right Brain Resetters. Monthly micro courses, live Q&A with me, and a community that gets it. $7 a month for founding members. Join Right Brain Resetters There's a whole chapter on this in my book. Dyslexia & ADHD Explained From The Inside: What I Wish They'd Told Me. Out now on Amazon. Get the paperback | Get it on Kindle Not sure if you're dyslexic? Take the free 2 minute quiz What's your "Nadia's tax return"? The thing that sits there for years. Tell me in the Right Brain Resetters group or the Facebook group. Real listener stories make the best episodes. If this helped, send it to someone who reorganises the garage instead of doing their invoices. Have an epic rest of your day. truthaboutdyslexia.com Join the Facebook group
He swears he told you. You know he didn't. And now you're arguing about whether he's lying. If you love someone with a dyslexic or ADHD brain, this one's for you. A listener called Emily asked for it, and it's the episode I wish every partner could hear. In this episode: Why his brain builds memories that never happened (and defends them like they're real) The one question that ends the "I told you" fight: "What's your picture?" Why Monday him and Thursday him are both real, and what "what's your battery at?" does about it How a four word text becomes a six hour rabbit hole, and how to pull him out A short bit for the blokes, because she's going to send you this Want tools that actually work for a right brain thinker, and the people who love one? Join Right Brain Resetters. Monthly micro courses, live Q&A with me, and a community that gets it. $7 a month for founding members. Join Right Brain Resetters My book is out now on Amazon, with a whole section on relationships. Dyslexia & ADHD Explained From The Inside: What I Wish They'd Told Me. Get the paperback | Get it on Kindle Not sure if he's dyslexic? Take the free 2 minute quiz together Got a question you want me to answer on the show? Post it in the Right Brain Resetters group or the Facebook group. Emily's comment made this episode. Yours could make the next one. If this helped, send it to the person sitting next to you on the couch. Have an epic rest of your day. truthaboutdyslexia.com Join the Facebook group
You said one thing. They heard something completely different. And now you're the one in trouble. If you're dyslexic or ADHD, this happens more than it should. This episode is about why, and what to do about it. In this episode: Why 80% of what's in your head never makes it out of your mouth The one question that stops an argument before it starts ("What's your picture?") Why the second reaction does more damage than the first misunderstanding What to say to repair it instead of proving you were right Want tools that actually work for a right brain thinker? Join Right Brain Resetters. Monthly micro courses, live Q&A with me, and a community that gets it. $7 a month for founding members. Join Right Brain Resetters My book is out now on Amazon. Dyslexia & ADHD Explained From The Inside: What I Wish They'd Told Me. Get the paperback | Get it on Kindle Not sure if you're dyslexic? Take the free 2 minute quiz Got a question you want me to answer on the show? Post it in the Right Brain Resetters group or the Facebook group. Real listener questions make the best episodes. If this helped, send it to someone who needs it. That's how the podcast grows. Have an epic rest of your day. truthaboutdyslexia.com Join the Facebook group
Planning a holiday with Dyslexia can be tough, Let alone ADHD. I am going to Singapore and wanted to share a few lessons i have been learning along the way you might just love. DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l In this episode, Stephen Martin explores the overlap between dyslexia and ADHD, challenging common perceptions and sharing personal insights on how these neurodiverse conditions influence behavior and identity. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility in understanding these challenges and how letting go of fixed beliefs can improve life quality. Takeaways Perfectionism is not exclusive to ADHD; it also appears in dyslexia due to visual thinking. Many challenges attributed to one condition may overlap with another, requiring a flexible understanding. Letting go of fixed beliefs about neurodiverse traits can lead to a better quality of life. Visual thinking can cause communication challenges but also offers unique strengths. Diagnosis and understanding of neurodiverse conditions evolve over time, influencing self-identity. Dyslexia, ADHD, neurodiversity, perfectionism, mental health, self-acceptance, learning, challenges, identity, neurodiverse, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen Martin explores the overlap between dyslexia and ADHD, how neurodiversity influences perception, and the importance of flexible thinking in understanding these challenges. Takeaways Perfectionism is often misunderstood and not exclusive to ADHD. Visual thinking can create a disconnect between mental images and physical execution. Accepting the crossover between dyslexia and ADHD can lead to better self-understanding. Learning to let go of fixed beliefs about neurodiverse traits can reduce self-judgment. Perfectionism often stems from childhood experiences and societal expectations. Dyslexia, ADHD, neurodiversity, perfectionism, mental health, learning challenges, self-acceptance, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout Stephen Martin shares his personal journey with ADHD medication, routines, and overcoming perfectionism, offering practical tips for managing neurodiversity and improving daily life. Takeaways Taking ADHD medication six days a week with rest days helps reset the body. Combining morning walks and high-protein breakfast improves focus. Avoiding caffeine on medication prevents overstimulation. Managing perfectionism involves accepting near-perfect results and letting go of minor flaws. Sharing personal struggles helps normalize neurodiversity challenges. ADHD, medication, routines, neurodiversity, perfectionism, mental health, productivity, self-acceptance, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen Martin revisits his popular list of 20 essential facts about dyslexia, sharing insights on its hereditary nature, impact on life, and how to harness its unique traits for success. Takeaways Dyslexia is hereditary and can skip generations. It affects many aspects of life beyond reading and writing. Dyslexics often see the world differently, which can seem weird. High creativity and problem-solving skills are common among dyslexics. Many successful entrepreneurs are dyslexic, leveraging their unique thinking. Dyslexics tend to think in pictures, processing information faster visually. Awareness of dyslexia's traits can empower individuals. Dyslexia involves brain differences, not deficits. Contradictions are common in dyslexic behavior and thinking. Understanding and acceptance are key to unlocking potential. Dyslexia, hereditary, creativity, self-esteem, visual thinking, ADHD, mental models, success, awareness, neurodiversity, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen Martin explores the unique aspects of the dyslexic brain and how understanding these can improve relationships. He shares personal insights and practical tips for navigating the emotional and cognitive challenges faced by dyslexics and their partners. Takeaways Dyslexics react to mental movies, not facts. Interruptions can trigger emotional reactions. Expressing care requires effort, not just feelings. Clear, concise communication reduces friction. Self-awareness helps manage emotional responses. Understanding tone is crucial in dyslexic communication. Relationships thrive on mutual learning and adaptation. Dyslexia, relationships, emotional intelligence, mental health, neurodiversity, communication, understanding, empathy, mental models, personal growth, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout Stephen Martin explores the interplay of stimulation and time perception in neurodivergent thinkers, sharing personal insights and practical strategies for managing dyslexia and ADHD. Takeaways Understanding the balance of stimulation is crucial for neurodivergent thinkers. Overstimulation can be as debilitating as understimulation. Time perception varies greatly in neurodivergent minds and affects decision-making. Setting clear goals helps manage the chaos of time distortion. Trusting the process and putting intentions into the universe can lead to unexpected successes. Managing lifestyle factors like inflammation and caffeine impacts stimulation levels. Using mental models like the 'arrow and target' can clarify goal pursuit. Creative problem-solving can turn seemingly impossible ideas into reality. Dyslexia, ADHD, stimulation, time perception, neurodivergence, mental health, self-awareness, goal setting, neurodiversity, mental strategies, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen Martin discusses dyslexic burnout, its symptoms, and practical coping strategies. He shares personal insights and tips on managing mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion, especially for neurodiverse individuals. Takeaways Burnout involves emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. Overstimulation is a key factor in neurodiverse burnout, similar to overclocking a computer. Meditation can be highly effective if tailored to individual needs, especially when combined with physical activity. Structured routines and realistic goal-setting help manage stress and prevent burnout. Allowing oneself rest and using quick mental techniques can significantly improve well-being. Dyslexic burnout, neurodiverse stress, mental health, coping strategies, meditation, stress management, ADHD, emotional exhaustion, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
DYSLEXIA & ADHD EXPLAINED Book Dyslexia & ADHD Explained - https://truthaboutdyslexia.com/dyslexia-adhd-explained-from-the-inside-book/ Kindle: https://amzn.to/3RTlm6m Paperback - https://amzn.to/3S9MU7l Added Sleep Tester Added Sleep Tester Offer | Added Nutrition $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen shares his personal journey with developing a sleep supplement, the unexpected results, and insights into managing stress and sleep issues related to dyslexia and ADHD. He discusses the challenges of product testing, real-world results, and practical tips for neurodiverse entrepreneurs. Takeaways The supplement improved sleep quality but didn't help fall asleep faster. Taking the supplement earlier in the day provided calming benefits. Personal experimentation is key to understanding product effects. Managing stress and routines can significantly impact sleep and well-being. Authentic storytelling and transparency build trust with customers. Sleep supplement, ADHD, Dyslexia, Stress management, Product development, Neurodiversity, Sleep quality, Self-experimentation, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
Added Sleep https://addednutrition.com/products/added-sleep $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen Martin explores the concept of purpose, sharing personal insights and reflections on how life's challenges and experiences shape our understanding of purpose. He discusses the importance of mindfulness, growth, and finding happiness in everyday moments, especially for neurodiverse individuals. Takeaways Purpose evolves through life experiences and trauma. Self-awareness is key to understanding your true purpose. Neurodiverse minds may find purpose in moments of presence. Growth and happiness are ongoing, not fixed states. Practicing gratitude enhances daily well-being. Purpose, self-awareness, growth, neurodiversity, mindfulness, life reflection, mental health, personal development, ADHD, personal growth, motivation, life challenges, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
Added Sleep https://addednutrition.com/products/added-sleep $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout Stephen Martin shares insights from his experience attending Mark Manson's talk, exploring themes of life's challenges, hope, and creating personal meaning. This episode dives into how recognizing that everyone faces struggles can empower us to focus on what truly matters. Takeaways Everyone faces challenges; no one has a perfect life. Hope is the opposite of hopelessness and fuels motivation. Life's meaning is self-created, not externally given. Recognizing shared struggles can foster empathy and resilience. Setting personal hopes and goals adds purpose to life. Self-help, Mark Manson, hope, meaning, dyslexia, ADHD, personal growth, motivation, life challenges, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
Added Sleep https://addednutrition.com/products/added-sleep $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout Stephen Martin explores the complex relationship between stress, anxiety, neurodiversity, and personal growth. He shares personal insights on managing ADHD, dyslexia, and the importance of making firm decisions to improve mental well-being. Takeaways Making firm decisions reduces mental clutter and stress Practicing gratitude shifts focus to positive aspects of life Neurodiversity can be a source of strength and challenge Self-hypnosis and meditation help manage anxiety Balancing challenge and comfort is key to growth Stress, anxiety, ADHD, dyslexia, neurodiversity, mental health, personal growth, decision-making, self-improvement, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
Added Sleep https://addednutrition.com/products/added-sleep $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout In this episode, Stephen Martin explores the concept of emotional object permanence, especially in relation to neurodiverse individuals with dyslexia and ADHD. He discusses how this affects emotional connections, memory, and daily life, offering practical tips to manage it. Takeaways Emotional object permanence is like toddler peekaboo if you can't see it, it doesn't exist emotionally. Neurodiverse brains, especially with dyslexia and ADHD, rely heavily on visual cues to maintain emotional connections. Using visual or digital reminders can help manage emotional disconnection and improve relationships. Self-awareness is crucial understanding your wiring helps you forgive yourself and adapt. Schedule regular emotional check-ins with loved ones, even if you don't feel like it, to maintain connections. Emotional object permanence, dyslexia, ADHD, neurodiverse, mental health, emotional connection, working memory, self-awareness, mental health tips, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit : truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
Added Sleep https://addednutrition.com/products/added-sleep $10 off WIRED10 code at checkout Stephen Martin shares his personal journey of rebranding his podcast to 'The Truth About Dyslexia,' exploring themes of self-permission, identity, and embracing authenticity. He discusses how internal judgments and self-criticism can hinder progress and the importance of giving oneself permission to be true to who you are. Takeaways Giving yourself permission is crucial for authentic self-expression. Internal self-criticism often comes from a mythical voice that doesn't exist. Rebranding can be a powerful act of self-empowerment. Slowing down and having a self-conversation can help overcome judgment. Building a business with dyslexia and ADHD is both challenging and rewarding. Dyslexia, ADHD, self-permission, authenticity, personal growth, podcast branding, mental health, self-judgment, entrepreneurship, neurodiversity, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
Added Sleep https://addednutrition.com/products/added-sleep Stephen Martin shares the journey of launching his sleep supplement, insights into his dyslexia brand, and reflections on personal growth and challenges. Takeaways Creating a product that genuinely works is crucial for trust and success. Personal challenges like dyslexia and ADHD influence business and product decisions. Rebranding can be a strategic move to align with personal and business growth. Gut health plays a significant role in sleep quality and overall wellness. Sharing authentic personal stories builds connection and credibility. Sleep supplement, dyslexia, entrepreneurship, product launch, personal growth, ADHD, gut health, supplement formula, business strategy, adults with dyslexia, support for adults. Join the club rightbrainresetters.com Get 20% off your first order addednutrition.com If you want to find out more visit: truthaboutdyslexia.com Join our Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
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