#139 Navigating Adult Dyslexia with Jamecia Blount and Melissa Jury
In this episode, Darius Namdaran, invites you to delve into the unique and often overlooked perspective of adults learning to read with dyslexia. We're joined by the inspiring Jamecia Blount, a documentary TV producer and executive producer of the acclaimed music documentary series "Unsung," who discovered her dyslexia in adulthood. Jamecia's story is not just about challenges, but also about resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of dedicated support. Darius, alongside Jamecia's dyslexia tutor Melissa Jury, who specializes in the Barton Reading Program, will explore the intricacies of adult dyslexia tutoring. They discuss the nuances of learning to manage dyslexia, developing reading skills, and the broader implications for executive function and mind mapping techniques. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and tutors, offering a wealth of insights and practical advice. It's a celebration of the journey from realization to empowerment, and a testament to the impact of compassionate, skilled tutoring and coaching in unlocking potential. Join us in this enlightening conversation, as we dive into the world of adult dyslexia and discover what lies beyond the challenges. Jamecia: To work with Jamecia: jeblount@gmail.com Tik-tok: MindoverMecia Instagram: LoveMecia Melissa: Superprof: http://tinyurl.com/4tpkmb2u Fernette Eide interview on the podcast: http://tinyurl.com/4ypjs7kw Coaching Dyslexia in the workplace: https://www.dyslexiawork.com/ Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Bulletmap Academy Page: https://bulletmapacademy.com BulletMap Academy Courses: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/courses Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Show notes: https://bulletmapacademy.com/blog/139/ Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@bulletmapacademy.com