Understanding Dyslexia and Personal Growth

The speaker shares their early struggles with dyslexia, which made conventional schooling difficult. They decided to leave school at 15 to pursue a different path, driven by a desire to change the world. The speaker was also involved in activism against the Vietnam War and advocated for educational reform, emphasizing the importance of student voices.

What challenge did the speaker face in conventional schooling due to dyslexia?

• Trouble understanding IQ tests

• Difficulty in making friends

• Lack of interest in sports

• Fear of public speaking

What was one of the reasons the speaker decided to leave school?

• To join a sports team

• To start a business

• To oppose the Vietnam War

• To travel the world

What initiative did the speaker take at the age of 15?

• Launched a podcast

• Opened a school

• Began a magazine

• Started a charity

What was the speaker's goal in starting a magazine?

• To travel abroad

• To give students a voice

• To earn money

• To learn new skills

How did the speaker view the educational methods at the time?

• Modern

• Archaic

• Innovative

• Flexible