Positive Dyslexia
Positive dyslexia is a movement. The movement calls for a focus on the strengths of dyslexic thinkers. Made By Dyslexia's Kate Griggs says that when strengths are recognised, and they are nurtured, this leads to fulfilled lives. Have a look for yourself, her Ted Talk sends shivers of excitement up my spine.
Kate has discovered 6 common skills that dyslexic thinkers excel in. To know more, click on the boxes below.
Let's Explore
Maybe you can see where these dyslexic thinking skills fit into the character strengths framework?
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I see the dyslexic thinking skills of communicating and connecting falling into the character strengths of social intelligence, kindness, love, and perspective.
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Could reasoning be linked with fairness, leadership, and judgement? (not to be confused with being judgemental).
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The dyslexic thinking skills of imagination and visualising oozes of creativity.
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Exploring could easily fit with the character strengths of curiosity and zest.
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Character strengths have many nuances that point to your true self-identity, shall we explore, unlock, and celebrate them together?