Do Dyslexics Stim? (Most People Get This Wrong)

Send us Fan MailDo dyslexics stim?It’s a question that often gets dismissed—but the answer reveals something much deeper about dyslexia, neurodiversity, and how the brain regulates itself.In this episode, we unpack the truth: dyslexia is not just a learning difference—it is a neurodiverse profile. And like many neurodivergent individuals, dyslexics engage in forms of stimming, often without even realizing it.You’ll learn:What stimming actually is and why it matters The different types of stimming (tactile, visual, auditory, movement, oral, and cognitive) Why many dyslexics say “I don’t stim”—but actually do How masking hides self-regulation behaviors The connection between stimming, anxiety, and focus Why these behaviors are not flaws—but intelligent adaptations From fidgeting and rereading to shifting your weight or chewing your cheek, many everyday behaviors are actually forms of self-regulation.This episode invites you to rethink what you thought you knew about dyslexia—and to see yourself with more clarity, compassion, and understanding.✨ You’re not broken. You’re wired differently—and intentionally.Support the showThank you for listening to Unmasking Dyslexia. This podcast is dedicated to reframing how we understand dyslexia—shifting the narrative from deficit to difference.If you found today's episode valuable or think someone you know could benefit from its message, please share it. By doing so you become apart of the positive shift society needs around what it means to be dyslexic. To learn more about Carleen Ross’s work in positive psychology, coaching, and neurodiversity advocacy, visit https://www.carleenross.com Book a coaching session here: https://www.carleenross.com/book-onlineEnrol in one of her programs here: https://www.carleenross.com/virtual-programsOr connect with her directly, email her at [email protected].