Stephen Martin
Truth About Dyslexia
The Truth About Dyslexia is back. Hosted by Stephen Martin, this podcast is for adults with dyslexia, ADHD, and neurodiverse brains trying to make sense of work, life, relationships, health, and entrepreneurship. This is not just about reading and spelling. It’s about real life with a brain wired differently. Expect honest stories, practical tools, hard-won lessons, and those “I thought it was just me” moments. No gurus. No hustle culture. Just the truth about dyslexia, ADHD, and doing life your own way.
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Stephen Martin
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
Dyslexia and Being An Entrepreneur 01.03.2023 12:26
Entrepreneur. I hate spelling that word. But I love being one. With over 40% of entrepreneurs said to have dyslexia... the question is why? In this pod I talk about my own journey into business and some of the pro's of having your own business. Support the pod on Patreon & get some goodies - https://www.patreon.com/adultdyslexia Take our quiz and join our group here - https://truthaboutdyslexi...
Coping Strategy #4: THC, CBD and Dyslexia 27.02.2023 11:35
Dude wheres my car. What if THC & CBD could help the dyslexic mind? In this pod I talk about my own journey with THC, CBD and Dyslexia. What I like, don't like and where I use it. It could be a coping strategy to add to your dyslexic toolbelt. Support the pod on Patreon & get some goodies - https://www.patreon.com/adultdyslexia Take our quiz and join our group here - https://truthaboutdysl...
Self Acceptance (and what it really means) 22.02.2023 13:09
How many times have you heard the someone say - You need to accept yourself? But if you are like me non-physical phrases like ‘self acceptance’ are tough for us (dyslexics) to even identify with. It's not a word we all picture in the same way and to practice it in a consistent way - well it can be hard. In this podcast I wanted to talk through something I heard on a Brene Brown & Tim Fer...
Coping Strategy #3: 2 Min Workout 20.02.2023 10:08
This is a strategy I started using a few months back to wake myself up on an afternoon. It's a tactic that seems too simple and you can find yourself adding more to (don’t). It’s brilliance is in its simplicity and the great effect it gives you. Support the pod on Patreon & get some goodies - https://www.patreon.com/adultdyslexia Take our quiz and join our group here - https://truthaboutdyslex...
Supporting someone with Dyslexia 15.02.2023 12:20
Wanted to touch on the how to support a child, friend or partner. These are just a few tips to start thinking about.
Coping Strategy #2: Visual Meditation and Dyslexia 13.02.2023 11:58
This is one of my personal top tools I use on a near daily basis. With Dyslexia - meditation can feel really tough. Sitting still, not thinking could actually be torture. But when you get in the flow and understand it - it is game changing. My favourite daily meditations are from Dr Joe Dispenza you can find his morning & evening meditation here - https://drjoedispenza.com/collections/meditati...
Coping Strategy #1: Aroma, Smell & Dyslexia 08.02.2023 11:10
Could smell or aroma be a tool for supporting your dyslexic mind? Do essential oils work in the way you think? In the first mini series ‘Dyslexic Coping Strategies’ we look at its impact and how you can test it in your life.
700,000 download 06.02.2023 8:18
Big thanks to the listeners of the pod hitting 700,000 downloads of a pod is awesome. I wanted to share some thoughts over the last few years of doing it…
Dyslexia and being socially awkward 01.02.2023 15:20
5 ways dyslexia can make you feel socially awkward. One of the most popular pods is dealing with how being dyslexic can lead to challenges socialising - from dating to work there are so many places it appears. Let’s dive in.
#updatecast - consistently, seasons and email signatures 30.01.2023 16:06
Into days podcast I delve into what’s working for me and my brain. I look at how to stay consistent to reach your goals and share a tip to go on the bottom of your signature. Thanks #madebydyslexia for that one!
Understanding your inner child-cat-genius 25.01.2023 11:08
I wanted to explain the dyslexic mind in an off the wall way that will make so much sense to so many. Enjoy.
Stop getting overwhelmed on the small things 23.01.2023 12:45
I sometimes like to think back to what I would tell myself 5-10 years ago. It’s really tough as it’s like my brain blocks so much out. But one big thing is that I will always struggle with balancing the big picture and the small actions. In this pod I dig a bit deeper into how the dyslexic mind works.
Working out what you want? (For dyslexics) 18.01.2023 15:41
This used to be one of my biggest stumbling blocks. Get this wrong and you end up going down a path that can be painful. In this pod I explain why we struggle with working out what we want and how to change the way you pic it.
Striving to be better 16.01.2023 16:42
For many years I got stuck in goals that were too big to achieve. My dyslexic mind would get excited by a vision that would ultimately leave me feeling like a failure. I want to dive into this topic today. If you want to be featured on the pod visit https://truthaboutdyslexia.com
Dyslexia: Going Beyond Reading, Writing and Spelling 11.01.2023 15:37
The biggest aha’s for people is when they realise how much dyslexia has played a part in more than they know. Thanks to those who support me on Patreon Here: https://www.patreon.com/adultdyslexia For more on To Do List Bingo (the $7 course) see: https://courses.truthaboutdyslexia.com/to-do-list-bingo-special
Using Dyslexia To Reach Your Goas 09.01.2023 13:07
This is a follow on form the previous podcast. We are at that time of the year to set goals and bring them to reality :) So here is how I use dyslexia to my advantage.
Goals and a new way of beating anxiety 04.01.2023 14:43
I wanted to checkin for the new year as I’m still on holiday. I’m this podcast I share my goals and how I set them and finish off with a really good ‘aha’ on how anxiety works and how to cut it off at the pass. I will be back next week after the holidays!
#CheckingInCast 27.12.2022 1:53
Just wanted to stop by and say merry Christmas (if you celebrate it) and give a few tips on searching the list of great pods!
3 Biggest Lessons of 2022 21.12.2022 17:55
I wanted to dive deep into my lessons for my neurodiverse mind this year! Thanks again to all our supporters on patreon - https://patreon.com/adultdyslexia
The Shotgun Approach 20.12.2022 14:09
Anyone else find they use the shot gun approach far too often. Let’s dig into it.
Day to day frustration and anxiety (the life of a dyslexic) 12.12.2022 14:07
I wanted to share some feelings straight from the heart. In todays episode I talk about the day to day challenges that result in that in nervy feeling we all seem to get.
Setting Boundaries as a Dyslexic 07.12.2022 15:47
This used to be one of my biggest stumbling blocks. I thought boundaries were something that were in cricket games. But here are a few tips I’ve used to get my dyslexic mind in line.
Momentum, reaching your goals and Dyslexia 05.12.2022 13:56
I love this time of year. Time to reflect on the year that has been. Every year I say… what a year. I want to help dyslexics around the world to understand the mechanics of success. What works, what doesn’t. I this podcast I talk about the neurodiverse mind and how momentum works. I get real about my wins and losses. Enjoy!
Surviving Survival More (this is a goodie) 30.11.2022 9:59
The dyslexic mind can get trapped in survival mode / in less than 10 mins let’s reframe how this works.
Intuition and Depravation 28.11.2022 16:16
For years I thought depriving myself of stuff would lead to ‘success’ but my dyslexic and ADHD driven mind does not work that way. In this episode through the lenses of health I want to share what I am discovering.
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