The Creative Brilliance of Dyslexia | Kate Griggs | TEDxBrighton

[jenniehettrick]

This made me cry. I’ve felt embarrassed most of my life. I’m in my 40s and this is the first time I felt mentally accepted.

[jacklynv]

I am dyslexic, and the only disadvantage of being dyslexic is having to deal with the ignorance of people who think they know what I can or can’t do.

[daddypatty]

Growing up with Dyslexia has been the hardest struggle of my life. I struggle in college and have struggled with school my whole life. Although, I wish us dyslexics could unite and re-create the school system in order to support kids with difficulties.

[bradythurman]

I’m 14 years old and the oldest of 5. To add on to that have divorced parents. I’ve been called a lazy kid all my life. I’m going to med school not to prove them wrong. But to prove myself right. God bless any other reading this. I wish you well.

[killergerbiljeff]

I am Dyslexic, never had the benefit of special teaching, barely made it out of high school, yet started my own company and sold it and retired at 50! Loved the ending, teach everyone else to think like a dyslexic!

[qisthasnoeman]

I am dyslexic and i cry watching this video

[dreadthedreads]

Oh I loved it. I have never been so proud to be dyslexic.

[kellymahoney]

Thank you for speaking about Dyslexia in a positive way. I'm very familiar with dyslexia because I have it. I have experienced all the highs and lows and understood everything you spoke about, but what surprised me was -from a feminine view-why do we only announce the men with dyslexia who are successful? Are there women with dyslexia who have become successful? If no, then I want to be the first!

[karacota]

I have dyslexia. I struggled to learn to read as a child. Thankfully I was homeschooled and my parents did their best to make sure they didn't stifle my creativity. Despite doing terrible on standardized testing, I went on to graduate college at the top of my class with a perfect 4.0 and went on to grad school for my doctor of physical therapy degree. Now I have the privilege of teaching my son who has the gift of dyslexia. I know he is headed for great things.

[eliettekrasznai]

I'm 26 years old. I have always been struggling with reading comprehension and speed, although I speak 4, 5 languages and have an outstanding, musical ear. Yesterday, I was told by an old professor that I am dyslexic. Finally an answer to all my questions and my shyness so far.

[jade]

i am deslyxic and a musician it makes lyrics hard i feel inspired by this thank you so much im crying right now

[judeokoroafor]

I'm 24 and i feel embarrassed everytime this happens to me. I just found out i have this and I'm not the only one. For once i feel understood and accepted

[jeanniebasci]

Having dyslexia has always made me feel not worthy enough to be around people and in the workplace. I was told I was slow, never hold a job, read or write. I found this video and want to send my thanks for explaining dyslexia. I hope a lot of people see this. I wish here in the United States that schools where more knowledgeable on dyslexia.

[savannahsimonburnett]

im dyslexic and i cried within the first 3 minutes

[karenreynolds]

As a dyslexic, I found this inspirational. Even today, I encounter so many people who just think dyslexia is about spelling, reading, and writing. The understanding is still missing for a large part of the population. Sometimes I just get tired of explaining.

[grammytina]

I'm just now finding out that my dyslexia is actually a blessing! I thought that it was my ADHD that made me think the way I do, not knowing much about dyslexia. I'm thrilled to finally feel like I am actually quite gifted and that others feel the same way!

[dawsonwalters]

I've watched a dozen Ted Talks on other topics, this is the first one where I actually learned something. Dyslexia is a learning difference not a disadvantage

[kasimir]

I am 21 from Germany and study law. I know that I have dyslexia since I was 9, in school it was often difficult and I also had some teachers who did not believe me and gave completely useless tips, but I always had the feeling that I have other advantages in life, which is why I was always reasonably satisfied to know that I have dyslexia.I just hope that in the future the system will help kids use their abilities better than it helped me.

[DeniseJans]

Recently I found my old booklet where I would write in during high school. I am dyslexic myself and I remember trying to juggle 4 different language subjects in school.(English, French, German and Dutch). Wasn't the easiest but with some creative thinking I did pass all of them. They quote I write during that time is " Never underestimate someone with dyslexia, maybe they aren't great in reading or writing but they think differently. They have to learn to think in solutions for a situation that they can't solve.". This video made me think back about my journey and how far I have grown.

[yf]

This brought tears 😭 to my eyes and I’m proud to be a dyslexic