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24.01.2022 Happy world teacher’s day everyone! In the dyslexia-social media space, teachers can unfortunately cop a lot of hate. Feel free to comment below some of the positive things your teachers have done to support you or your dyslexic young person in the past. Let’s share the love! #dyslexia #worldteachersday2020 #teachersofdyslexia #teacherappreciation

24.01.2022 OUR FINAL NEURODIVERGENT EPISODE IS HERE!! Hope you've enjoyed getting to know Shadia and I a little more over the 5 episode series, and that you've taken away some strategies to help cope with the online learning experience Todays video is all about how you can feel more #socialinisolation. If you have any questions, experiences or strategies you'd like to share with us please comment below! Watch it here https://youtu.be/OL9pyFc_jhA

23.01.2022 All of your questions about our upcoming webcast answered!!

21.01.2022 Something I always get told by friends and now work colleagues as a dyslexic is that my emails and messages always come off harsh or abrupt. People always ask me if something is wrong when really I just find written communication really difficult to navigate! My messages on social media in particular are often short because I get so stressed about sending a reply those three dots turn into yet another written message I have to respond to! I honestly cant tell you how anxious this makes me. In todays post I sharing with you an email signature I have at the bottom of every email I send. Its just a nice disclaimer to make people a little more aware of my difficulties and to alleviate any misunderstandings. How do you navigate social media as a #dyslexic ?? Comment below!!

20.01.2022 Gets me every time #dyslexicstruggles #stressfulmovies #dosubtitlescomeonaudio?

20.01.2022 ISO STUDY MOTIVATION TIP #2 The benefits of study buddies and mentors Hope you enjoy todays post! Remember, if youre looking for student mentoring, we offer a dyslexic student mentoring program over Zoom with one of our two dyslexic mentors, myself (Jemima) or Hamish Rowland (both dyslexic university students experienced in dyslexic education). Feel free to take a look at our website www.dyslexiademysitified.org or send us a dm or email [email protected] for more i...nfo. You can also book in a free 15 min conversation here: https://dyslexiademystified-jemima.youcanbook.me #studentmentor #dyslexia #studyhelp

19.01.2022 Study Motivation Tip #2 of the week! Make sure you take a look at the post for today which goes with this video. Today tip is getting you to really deep dive into your own learning and motivations. Got a comment, question or tip? Leave it below or send us a DM!

18.01.2022 Video to go with todays final study motivation tip Are you too overwhelmed by the enormity of a task? Are you intimidated by how long it should take you vs how long it will really take you? Are you expecting to do the whole task start to finish in one sitting? Are you comparing your concentration abilities to that of your friends? #studymotivation #onlinelearning #memorychunks

18.01.2022 Merry Christmas to our wonderful dyslexic community Thank you all so much for supporting us and our cause. Take care of yourselves this Christmas and New Year. If you are able to be with your families, take time to relax and reconnect after the tough year that was 2020. If you’re unable to be with loved ones this season, know that there are people out there who love and support you, even from afar. Treat yourself and others with kindness and compassion and try to look for s...ome small aspect of gratitude when reflecting on the year past. For me personally, I am so much more grateful for the ability to connect with my family- whether that be through technology or having the freedom to fly back to Melbourne if I needed. I am grateful to my team and their willingness to adapt to the ever changing situation and to our mentees who I have been able to learn so much more from this year as we expanded our mentoring program. Thank you 2020 for teaching me to appreciate the small things #christmas2020 #feelinggrateful #timetoreconnect See more

18.01.2022 NEED A NEW SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROJECT? WANT TO BUILD ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS OR START YOUR OWN SOCIAL VENTURE? WANT TO CHANGE THE WORLD? This is the opportunity for you! Crazy Ideas College is excited to share that in 2021 we will be launching a free Social Innovators Program for young people (aged 15-24) from across Australia. The program commences in February 2021 and runs for eight weeks. Young people will work in teams and generate inspired ideas that help us find new ways t...o care for our planet and enable more people to live a healthy, happy and prosperous life. You don’t need any particular skills set to put your hand up, just a desire to work with others to bring about positive change in the world! Go to https://crazyideascollege.com/si-australia for more info!

16.01.2022 ISO STUDY MOTIVATION TIP #1- Dont be too hard on yourself!! ++++ The Study Motivation Scale- knowing when to push yourself. Make sure you go and follow us on Instagram so you can see our IGTV videos instantly! @dyslexia_demystified

16.01.2022 How do you feel about the word disability? Although I think that the word disability comes with many negative connotations, in many ways it does reflect the struggles face daily. It also gives us the legal power we deserve when it comes to disability discrimination and other contexts. With that said, I feel that calling dyslexia a learning disability is a little inaccurate as it does not disable ALL forms of my learning- only those specific to reading and writing; hence... the more appreciated term specific learning disability (SLD). I know many people see dyslexia as an invisible disability yet I dont think this quite describes my experience either as personally, all you have to do is see a piece of my handwriting or hear me read aloud and all of a sudden my struggles become extremely visible. It simply depends on context. In summary, a very complex issue, however I personally identify with the word dyslexic and capitalise on the word disability when I need to. No matter what Im called, it does not define me #disability #dyslexia #disabilitydoesnotmeaninability See more

14.01.2022 We are less than 2 weeks away from our Webcast Event "Dyslexics Conquering Online Learning"! Hosted by Ashleigh and myself, we are so excited to be sharing with you all our top strategies to be more successful in your online learning- whether that be study skills, organisation, utilising assistive technologies or standing up for yourself and asking for help. Book via the link below to secure your spot! #dyslexia #onlinelearning #studystrategies #assistivetechnologies #organisingyourstudy https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=654647&bof=1&ueo=1

14.01.2022 Learn how to trick your brain into making good study habits!! #studymotivation #dyslexiaeducation #onlinelearning

14.01.2022 Thanks for your patience! Episode 3 of our Neurodivergent series with @autismactuallyau is now live! https://youtu.be/D_amiPAmIA0 With some of us are returning to online learning, we know that motivation and organisation are a real challenge in this ever changing educational environment. In this video, Shadia and I discuss some practical strategies to help you stay focussed and motivated!! #onlinelearning #dyslexia #autism #organisation #studymotivation #strategies

12.01.2022 When I was growing up my mum and teachers always tried to incorporate written based timetables which just didnt work for me. I lose things. I dont like to read things. Even if theyre pretty and colour coded. My brain is inconsistent and therefore I cannot rely on one diary or app/device. After years and years of trying different apps/diaries/calendars etc, this is the system I have come up with that best keeps me on track. Its simple, free, accessible across multiple devi...ces (in case I forget one) and cuts down the number of apps I have to use each day (as I already us one note for note taking and outlook for email). It builds in multiple reminders and categorisation systems so that I can easily track which tasks are urgent and if I do forget about something, Im always a few days ahead of schedule for those #dyslexicaccidents. It also allows me to use dictation/audio recordings so I can make sure Im accurately recording homework tasks. I hope it helps you or gives you some ideas about how you can organise your study #organisation #studygram #homework #deadlines See more

12.01.2022 STUDY MOTIVATION IN ISO TIP #6- Pre recorded videos/messages to yourself! Watch our video on IGTV or fb yo find out more! #studymotivation #beingyourowncheerleader

12.01.2022 Sometimes #dyslexia can feel incredibly isolating. Our eye reading friends don’t always understand the struggle as it’s not their lived experience. On the other hand, so many dyslexics are still trapped in the closet, meaning that you can go your whole life without having a conversation with another dyslexic about dyslexia. This connection is so important for maintaining self-esteem and being able to share the mental load. To all the dyslexic students out there, know that you’re not alone! There are so many of us out there who think just like you. If you’d like to meet another young person to have a chat about dyslexia or anything else, let us know! Send us a dm or email [email protected]

11.01.2022 Ashleigh talks about the upcoming Webcast and her experience as a student studying online

10.01.2022 STUDY MOTIVATION IN ISO TIP #4: Habit Bundling! Watch our video to find out more about this awesome motivational brain hack!! #habits #studyhabits #studymotivation

10.01.2022 ISO STUDY TIP #3 Intuitive Study. What is it? How does it work with motivation? What are the benefits? #studymotivation #dyslexia #onlinelearning

10.01.2022 ISO STUDY MOTIVATION TIP #2 - 10 question to help you figure out why your unmotivated and how you can be more motivated in future What questions have we left off this list?? Comment below!! #dyslexia #studytips #studymotivation #metacognition

10.01.2022 Are audiobooks as good for you as reading? A 2016 study found no significant differences in comprehension between reading, listening, or reading and listening simultaneously. So thats good news for slow readers or those of us who find comprehension a challenge. . . ... . . Rogowsky, Beth A., Barbara M. Calhoun, and Paula Tallal. 2016. Does Modality Matter? The Effects of Reading, Listening, and Dual Modality on Comprehension. SAGE Open 6 (3): 215824401666955. https://doi.org/10.1177/2158244016669550.

09.01.2022 Pre-recorded messages/videos for you! How to be your own cheerleader and support system when youre feeling unmotivated and lonely

09.01.2022 LAST CHANCE TO BOOK YOUR SEAT!! Join us at 7pm to find out how dyslexics can conquer online learning. Ticket link below!! https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=654647&bof=1&ueo=1

08.01.2022 Watch todays #instagramvsreality story talking about #motivation, #hustle and #dyslexic entrepreneurship. Got a question? Dont forget to comment or send us a dm! Wed love to hear what you want to see in our community!

08.01.2022 Some interesting research to keep in mind when thinking about what skills our dyslexic young people need most to enable them to reach their full potential. #dyslexia #successfuldyslexics #dyslexicadults #resilience #autonomy #adaptive

08.01.2022 Regulating your central nervous system to increase motivation

07.01.2022 I was going through my old school work last time I was home and it was utterly hilarious I honestly have no idea how none of my teachers picked up on my #dyslexia ! #flashbackfriday #dyslexicspelling #proudtosayicanspellmyname

07.01.2022 Today is International Dot Day - named after the classic Peter H. Reynolds storybook The Dot which shares the story of a girl who begins a journey of self-discovery after a caring teacher challenges her to make her mark. Take a few minutes to check out this delightful little story on YouTube its guaranteed to make you feel good. Dont let your fear shut down your dreams - make your mark and see where it takes you. LINK IN BIO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clpw7PG7m1Q

06.01.2022 If you’re neurodivergent, have a mental health condition and/or have a disability, we need you! We have multiple accessible options for you to get involved with this research, whether that be having a quick chat over zoom, drawing a picture of your journey, filling out some a written survey or recording some audio messages. For most of us, the education system has taken more than it has given. Whether your learning experiences have been good or bad, we need to change this system so that ALL STUDENTS have their voices heard, their strengths recognised and access to an education which prepares them for the future. Do your bit. Send me a dm here or email [email protected] for more info

06.01.2022 Its true that dyslexia DOES NOT affect our eye sight, however one thing I discovered this week was that its something you might want to mention before having your eyes tested....For me, my letter naming speed is quite slow (and sometimes inaccurate), so it could seem like my eyesight is worse than it is. Despite all of this, I did end up needing reading glasses after all which to be honest....Im not sure how often I would really use them! I translate almost everything I read into audio these days! #dyslexia #dyslexiahacks #audiobooksforthewin

06.01.2022 As I’ve mentioned before, writing is my biggest struggle as a dyslexic student. Some days it works and some days it just doesn’t. Today, thankfully, was a day when my brain was able to communicate my ideas in written form. I’ve still never experienced ‘the flow’ that people speak of, but today it was like wading through water, rather than wading through cement. For that I am very grateful #celebratethewins #dyslexia #assignmentlife

05.01.2022 I found this message on the whiteboard of a study room i was in today. To all of the year 12s and uni students who are in the midst of exams- hang in there. You are not alone in the struggle- many are silently struggling along with you. This message tells me that people are struggling, but also that people care; there is kindness in this world and sometimes that kindness comes from complete strangers. #examstress #randomactsofkindness #hanginthere #positivevibes

04.01.2022 Does this happen to anyone else?? Im currently in that phase of my holidays where I am correcting all of the mistakes my exam brain made during study week.....unfortunately my bathroom still smells like perfume, my pants never recovered from the coffee stain and I never found my laptop charger.....also down $133 bucks....lucky we only have exams twice a year! #exambrain #clumsylife #losingit

04.01.2022 Some different perspectives/misconceptions on dyslexia- all wrapped up into one good ol meme Which of these have you experienced? I think for me its been all of the above at some point or another. #dyslexia #dyslexicmemes #misconceptions

03.01.2022 THE FINAL STUDY MOTIVATION IN ISO TIP!! (TIP #7) - Are you too overwhelmed by the enormity of a task? Are you intimidated by how long it should take you vs how long it will really take you? Are you expecting to do the whole task start to finish in one sitting? Are you comparing your concentration abilities to that of your friends? Watch our IGTV for more #studymotivation #onlinelearning #memorychunks

03.01.2022 STUDY MOTIVATION IN ISO TIP #5- Regulating your central nervous system to increase your motivation

03.01.2022 Little quote for your Saturday evening. Its assignment season once again for me which means essays....lots and lots of essays....as you may have guessed by now, essays are hardly my favourite form of assessment, and often I come up with the clearest insights about my dyslexia when Im in the thick of writing assignments. Hope you enjoy the result of my procrastinations!

02.01.2022 3 days until our Zoom webinar on online learning with dyslexia! Jemima and Ashleigh are very excited to be sharing their best strategies for online learning: stretching from organisation, to helpful apps and memory techniques. See you this Thursday from 7pm to 8pm via Zoom... Book now: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=654647&bof=1&ueo=1

01.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day Everyone! This is an appreciation post for my own dad who was my one and only dyslexic role model growing up. #fatherdaughter #dyslexicandproud

01.01.2022 Episode #4 is here! This week Shadia and I are tackling a problem that has unfortunately resulted in many awkward teacher conversations for us in the past....Without our classmates around us during online learning, we're not getting the consistent reminders about upcoming assessments that we usually get, meaning we have to rely EVEN MORE on our own organisational systems. Hope these strategies help you out What do you do to keep organised? How do you remember those pesky due dates? Comment below! #learningwithdyslexia #organisation #studylife #deadlines #homework https://youtu.be/D8W5Y_uwNcU

01.01.2022 ISO STUDY MOTIVATION TIP #1 ~ Dont be too hard on yourself!! ++ The study motivation scale- knowing when to put in the work and when to give yourself permission to relax and recharge guilt free. #studymotivation #studygram #studyinginisolation #onlinelearning #dyslexia

01.01.2022 Officially 7 days until our webcast!! What will we cover? How will it run? Whats in it for me? All of your questions answered in our IGTV video!! Reserve your seat by going to: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event? eid=654647&bof=1&ueo=1 Cant wait to see you there!! #dyslexiawebcast #onlinelearninghelp #studystrategies #studymotivation #studyorganisation