Episode Summary:
In this special family episode, we’re joined by our daughter Faith to talk candidly about her experience living—and thriving—with dyslexia. Faith shares what it was like to be diagnosed later in childhood, how it shaped her relationship with learning, and the emotional journey of navigating a world that often misunderstands invisible disabilities.
With honesty, humor, and insight beyond her years, Faith opens up about her academic struggles, what helped her fall in love with reading and writing, and how dyslexia shaped her empathy, creativity, and determination. This is a conversation for anyone supporting a neurodivergent child, navigating learning differences themselves, or simply seeking to understand how the brain can work differently—and brilliantly.
Key Takeaways
What it feels like to grow up with an undiagnosed learning disability
How getting identified with dyslexia brought relief, language, and direction
Why audio books (“ear reading”) and tech tools are game-changers
The emotional toll of feeling behind—and how to reframe that story
How self-advocacy, humor, and creativity helped Faith reclaim her voice
Why calling it a disability can be powerful, not shameful
The importance of validation and support in a world that rewards conformity
Link Back to Previous Episodes:
Episode 6: Demon Hunting: How Hyper-Vigilance Kept Us in Fear – Exploring fear-based systems and the pressure to perform
Episode 13: When Church Hurts: Wolves, Wounds, and the Path to Healing – Creating safety and healing after being misunderstood
Resources & Mentions
The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan by Ben Foss
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Disclaimer:
This episode includes open conversations about invisible disabilities, neurodivergence, and educational challenges. Listener discretion is advised for those navigating sensitive experiences with learning differences.
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