EP 40 Dyslexia, Soul Loss, and the Hidden Impact of Being Misunderstood

In this episode of The Shaman Stories Podcast, I sit down with Russell Van Brocklen, known as The Dyslexia Professor, for a powerful conversation on dyslexia, trauma, and soul loss.Dyslexia affects an estimated 15–20% of learners, yet many families are still told to “wait and see.” Russell challenges that narrative — not just from an educational standpoint, but from a human one. We explore how repeated misunderstanding, academic struggle, and being labeled “behind” or “lazy” can leave deep emotional and energetic imprints.Our conversation goes beyond reading strategies into the hidden cost of dyslexia:How learning differences can create trauma in the nervous systemHow chronic frustration and shame can lead to aspects of soul lossWhy being unseen or misunderstood at a young age changes identityHow reclaiming lost parts of the self supports both learning and healingRussell also shares why multisensory, structured-literacy approaches are so effective — not just academically, but somatically — and how parents can begin supporting their children in practical ways tonight, rather than waiting for the next report card or diagnosis.Find Russell's work here:https://dyslexiaclasses.com/If you would like to be a guest on the show:[email protected] you would like to work with me:www.pnwshamanichealing.com