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159 – Hope for Struggling Readers with David Chalk

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159 - Hope for Struggling Readers with David Chalk
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In this eye-opening episode of The Soaring Child, host Dana Kay is joined by David Chalk, an entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for literacy who learned to read at the age of 62. Despite battling dyslexia, ADHD, and a rare condition that affects facial recognition, David built a wildly successful life. He now shares his powerful journey and introduces his groundbreaking AI-powered program, ReadingRoad.io, which is set to revolutionize how we teach children and adults to read—by focusing on the science of sounds, connection, and compassion.

Dana and David dive deep into the emotional and cognitive blocks behind reading challenges, especially for neurodivergent kids. This episode offers parents not only hope, but actionable insight. You’ll also hear how unconditional love, mindset, and understanding the “why” behind behavior can transform a struggling child’s life. David’s story is a must-hear for any parent navigating reading struggles with their child.

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 Show Notes

Key Takeaways:
[2:28] The Literacy Crisis and Real-world Impact
[3:47] David’s Journey with Dyslexia and ADHD
[3:56] How David Learned to Read at 62
[7:32] The Science Behind Reading Challenges
[5:06] Parenting Neurodivergent Kids with Love
[17:07] The Birth of ReadingRoad.io
[17:28] How AI is Revolutionizing Literacy
[26:44] Advice for Parents and Struggling Children
[33:16] David’s New Podcast with His Daughter

Memorable Moments:

“It isn’t cast in stone. Your child has every possibility.”

“I learned to read in 11 hours.”

“There’s something magic inside of every child.”

“The only reason I’m here today is the love of my mother.”

“You are not the voice talking to you in your head.”

“If there’s one technique—hug your kids more than you ever could.”

“There are only 26 symbols and 44 sounds, and that’s all you need to read every word.”

“Reading must be taught from speech to print, not the other way around.”

“No child ever starts out not wanting to learn.”

“When the education system ends, your life begins.”

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Dana Kay, board certified health & nutrition practitioner, author of the best selling book Thriving with ADHD: A guide to naturally reducing ADHD symptoms In your child, leading ADHD expert but most importantly a mom with a child with ADHD who gets it.

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