How does one develop a sense of self and deal with feelings of helplessness in the face of almost constant failure?

Guy Ritchie overcame dyslexia, chaotic schooling, and early expulsion. He left school with one GCSE and became a celebrated filmmaker.

Since experimenting with making a paperweight, this glassblower-turned-artist's work appears in over 60 museums around the world.

This Albertan artist and author wrote a children's book inspired by her little sister.

The following was written by Dillon Brennan, a bright young dyslexic who wrote in and offered to share his story.

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Scott Sonnon was advised early in life that he should not set very high expectations for his potential. In fact, he overcame dyslexia so severe that he was hospitalized in a children’s psychiatric institution.

Dyslexic himself, Vince Low decided to pay homage to famous dyslexics with his own unique art form.

Dyslexia: The Art of Struggle showcases dyslexic individuals and how their struggles have shown who they are and how they have learned to succeed.

The following was written by Tiffany Sunday, a published author and dyslexic individual who reached out to us in June of 2014, eager to share her story.

Despite his weaknesses with written language, this dancer found strength in the communicative power of movement.