Wow, this is incredibly exciting! The term dyslexic thinking has officially earned a spot in the dictionary as a noun, and LinkedIn has added it as a job skill. These groundbreaking developments are thanks to a successful campaign led by Made By Dyslexia and dyslexic advocate Richard Branson.

According to Dictionary.com, dyslexic thinking is defined as “an approach to problem solving, assessing information, and learning, often used by people with dyslexia, that involves pattern recognition, spatial reasoning, lateral thinking, and interpersonal communication.” But it’s so much more than that!

Dyslexic thinking skills closely align with many right-brain thinking skills, making them invaluable in today’s world. Here’s a closer look:

• Imagining and Creating: Crafting original work or offering a fresh perspective on ideas.
• Visualizing: Engaging with space, senses, and new concepts in innovative ways.
• Connecting: Understanding oneself, empathizing with others, and influencing effectively.
• Exploring: Being naturally curious and delving into new ideas.
• Reasoning: Recognizing patterns, evaluating possibilities, and making informed decisions.
• Communicating: Delivering clear, engaging messages that resonate.

This recognition is a huge leap forward in how we value these divergent thinking abilities. My hope is that, in the near future, all right-brain skills will receive the same acknowledgment and appreciation they deserve.

Let’s celebrate this amazing progress and continue advocating for the incredible strengths that come with right-brain thinking!