Beyond the Page

The gift of a different view.

Like many kids, my son got hooked on Legos. But he wasn’t just building houses and cars—by the age of six, he was studying schematics. I’d watch how he would carefully construct a spaceship, take it apart, then rebuild it—sometimes backwards—then reassemble it “correctly.”

Academics came next. Reading didn’t come easily, but discipline and patience did. Handwritten book reports may have read something like: “The sky is blue.” But if he dictated (while I unapologetically typed), it transformed into something like: "The deep blue sky, with big, dark clouds, hung over the wheat fields like a heavy blanket." Two different writers living in the same kid.

I have countless stories like this, and if you've raised one of these fascinating humans, I'm sure you have countless stories too.

So, what is dyslexia? Merriam-Webster calls it “a learning disability involving difficulties with language, reading, spelling, and writing.” 😂 Yeah, right.

To parents who are familiar with this gift: there is no DISability in dyslexia. It’s a unique ability—a broader, deeper perception that opens doors beyond the ordinary.

Of course, it's fascinating, yet it can be frustrating at times. Teachers—through no fault of their own—aren’t always aligned with how these minds learn, and IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) don’t always allow for a child's brightest traits to shine.

To those exceptional teachers who took the time to hear my theory, this is what I’d share:

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Third-eye Dominant

The idea of third-eye dominance offers a different way to understand dyslexia. Rather than a reading problem, it may reflect a mind wired to see and process the world differently—more broadly, more deeply—what I like to call “third-eye” perception.

In Ayurveda, the third eye, or Ajna chakra, sits between the eyebrows and represents intuition and higher consciousness, giving access to insights beyond the physical realm.

For someone who is third-eye dominant, the mind often notices patterns, meanings, or ideas that aren’t written on the page. A child might read the word pony but say horse, naturally focusing on the bigger picture rather than the letters.

This can create a kind of “tug-of-war” in the brain: the eyes focus on the text, while the mind reaches for something deeper. Reading and writing can feel challenging, not due to a lack of ability, but because the brain is processing information differently.

This perspective shows dyslexia not as a weakness, but as a sign of creative, multidimensional thinking—a trait shared by many great poets, artists, musicians, and scientists.

Once third-eye dominant individuals master the art of letting go, they access a remarkable flow of higher intelligence.

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Top Pick for October!

The Gift of Dyslexia

by Ronald Davis

Ron Davis, was functionally illiterate until age 38 when he discovered how to mentally orient his perceptions. He later took technical courses and became a successful engineer, businessman, and artist. He has since dedicated his life to helping people with the gift of dyslexia achieve literacy and self-esteem.

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If your child is facing challenges in this area, I’d love to hear your story. As a lifestyle medicine advocate—and as a mother and wife of people with this remarkable gift—I’m deeply committed to offering guidance, support, and practical tools to help your child thrive.

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