What Is Dyslexia, Really? What the Definitions Leave Out

What Is Dyslexia, Really? What the Definitions Leave Out

April 8, 2026 · 14 min · Season 2 · Episode 18

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Sonja and Nick discuss the broader implications of dyslexia beyond just reading, highlighting strengths and everyday challenges.

Send us Fan Mail The dictionary says dyslexia is about reading. We say that's just the beginning. After many years of parenting a child with dyslexia, and over three years of doing this show, we break down what the standard definitions miss, from the strengths no one talks about to how it shapes everyday life. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with re...

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