Do it.
Have you ever put something off, that you really should have done, I have, getting assessed for dyslexia. Nearly my whole life I have had problems spelling, and have done every thing to avoid getting tested, why, because I was scared that I would not have it and be told I was just thick or lazy.
Well yesterday I got tested, and the results surprised me. First I was informed that my reading ability was good to high, next I was informed that I have an IQ of over 120 (140 and over Genius or near genius 120-140 Very superior intelligence 110-120 Superior intelligence 90-110 Normal or average intelligence 80-90 Dullness 70-80 Borderline deficiency Below 70 Definite feeble-mindedness 70-80 Borderline deficiency 50-69 Moron 20-49 Imbecile below 20 Idiot.) They have changed the lower classification for a more PC wording but this is the original.
Lastly I was informed that I am Dyslexic and my writing and spelling were well below what my intelligence suggested (that why it takes me forever to write this blog). What it means to me is that I now know I’m not thick or lazy (well at least regarding learning to spell) and I can restructure my life to compensate, using the proof to help me feel less afraid and embarrassed to ask for help and support. Today is the start of a whole new life, or so it seems at the moment.
I have just entered a photo competition on the Thinkcamera web site, any votes would be very welcome, just follow the link.The last of the Owl photos, such a wise old bird
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It must have been quite a big step to decide on writing a blog post every day for a year...
An IQ of 120? That's amazing - it's been ages since I was tested. I was over 100 so I wasn't average but then you'd never know it sometimes by the way I go on.
You're doing so well. Keep it up love.
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Scarlet
intelligence is so much more than being able to spell words correctly. i think, really, it is the ability to understand and apply the things we understand on the appropriate situations. take care.
You take beautiful photos...
Debra
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Blogging is a good way I think of overcoming this dyslexia. And your photos are superb. Keep on going, man!
Further congrats on getting tested and seeking resources for dyslexia. I'm dyslexic too - but for me its related to numbers, I have to be careful when working with them.
Love the owl photo, its beautiful!
Take heart, dyslexia is not a handicap or a disease. It's just the way the brain perceives what it sees.
Dyslexics are more often than not, visual, multi-dimensional thinkers, rather intuitive and highly creative.
Dyslexics also tend to excel at hands-on learning. They think in pictures, and that is the reason why it is sometimes hard to understand letters, numbers, symbols, and written words.
U can learn to read, write and whatever not if u apply methods geared to your unique learning style.
For the record, the former Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr Lee Kuan Yew, who was a highly intelligent man with super high IQ, is also dyslexic somewhat.
So take it that Dyslexia is realy a gift. I urge u to go find out more about it, i'm sure u will discover many possibilities and talents u may never knew u had!
Cheers!
As far as dyslexia goes - Einstein had it - didn't really stop him, did it?? ;)
Please tell me how you've done it!
Ciao
Scarlet
a really gd resource for u: www.dyslexia.com. Cheers!
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Glad to stumble upon your blog.
Just to encourage you....I used to be dyslexic in Primary School, but a kind teacher took me aside for personal coaching. After overcoming dyslexia in Primary 4, I was so hungry for words that I soon started reading voraciously.
Today, I speak more than 6 languages and write quite well in 3!
Hope you enjoy my blog too!
Cheers! All the best to you!
Choo Choo
I respect the way you try to help yourself - good luck with it!
And your owl photo is awesome.
And on the spelling thing, I know a lot of people who can't spell but they're quite intelligent.
It's creepy but cool.
If it's any consolation, it could be one your's so creative image wise.
I think having a diagnosis is a very positive move and a great way to start a fresh knowing (as you did all along underneath) that you are a great and talented person. Spelling and such like is so valued at school that all other talents are overlooked, more's the pitty. Sorry I'm ranting now, but it is a subject very close to my heart.
Enjoy life!
Sub
I have also been for a Dyslexia test and it was good, I did not have Dyslexia!
However, it does take me forever to write my blog at times, probably not because of a learning difficulty, but because I tend to procrastinate quite a lot.
I also wanted to add that having Dyslexia does not mean a person is dumb, thick or lazy. I know a few people with Dyslexia and they seem to be quite clever to me. Also, did you know that there are different levels of Dyslexia?