Rewiring Dyspraxia from the Brain | Farah Nanji | TEDxLuxembourgCity

[@jackbridge5780]

I have Dyspraxia too, the hardest thing is the frustration of trying to doing some things that a none Dyspraxic people would do with ease and getting people close to me understand how it affects me.

[@bundalengerz]

Jack Bridge yeah same

[@user-ce6jc2kf2k]

Jack Bridge same I have it too

[@ronaldk.sitlhou2914]

I can feel it. And what's even worse is that people would think that you are lazy, not trying hard enough or just clumsy and this takes a hit on your Self Esteem.

[@user-ce6jc2kf2k]

@@ronaldk.sitlhou2914 I agree with every word

[@southlondon86]

Same!

[@teracornel]

I’m dyspraxic and I love music and dance. It’s true what you said, it takes 4 times as long to learn a skill compared to others but so worth it.

[@camboron]

I like how she mentioned the struggles of women and how it pertained to her dyspraxia. It made me think of how gender bias played into my dyspraxia growing up. I was never good at sports, and so I was called a nerd, a sissy, a girl etc. Some things I've read about dyspraxia say it is more commonly diagnosed in boys, and perhaps under diagnosed in girls. When I think of what boys and girls are 'supposed' to do, at least in my experience growing up, sports is a big thing pushed on boys. So if a girl isn't good at sports, perhaps it is attributed to her gender, and not the possibility of being dyspraxic. I'd like to search the web for more articles to see if anyone else has explored this.

[@QUINTUSMAXIMUS]

Oh it's horrible for boys to bad at sports. People wonder what's wrong. Kids aren't taught about dyspraxia. They should teach all about it.

[@alicia_27-]

This is so right the only reason I was diagnosed was bc I did all girl ballet and they noticed the discordination

[@DivineLightPaladin]

That was exactly my experience. Not good because girl was their reason.

[@marysalvani6969]

I’m 41. Prior to being diagnosed with dyspraxia last year, i was miss diagnosed with cerebral palsy, AD/HD, and general anxiety disorder. Thank you for teaching me more about what it’s like to have dyspraxia. I feel less lonely.

[@helenimnotready]

me too.

[@jacksonradern]

me too...

[@michellea9857]

@Mary Salvani where did you get it diagnosed and how?

[@marysalvani6969]

@@michellea9857 At a local hospital where my physiatrist works. She diagnosed me after I did some mobility test with her and a psychosocial test with the psychiatrist at her clinic.

[@michellea9857]

@@marysalvani6969 thanks. It’s so complicated to know where to begin to get a diagnosis especially as GP’s can be dismissive especially as they don’t really understand mental health and learning disabilities.

[@pengzhou6952]

Supporting and learning about disabilities is so important. I think there are so many that go undetected, ignored and misunderstood. It's really so refreshing to see such a marvelous young woman helping people to understand raise awareness.

[@jacobydesoiles]

Yes Peng very true

[@44Activa]

this is so heartwarming to see! I've been diagnosed with dyspraxia this year at 25 and went through various phases of disbelief, acceptance, denial once again, then newfound acceptance and so on... I've also been falling more and more in love with electronics music in these last few years, so this hits close to home. I'm struggling to learn how to properly use a drum machine I recently bought and I've been slowly making progress today. Seeing this is so inspiring and motivational! Plus, she's a great DJ! Farah, if you ever read this, thank you for the TED Talk!

[@kishyheartz]

When I tell yall, when she said “Lellow” I bursted out crying cause that’s what I always called it. I’m 21 and only just been diagnosed with dyspraxia 😭

[@grantrylan]

Bad at maths, check. Couldn't aim to save my life, check. The clumsy kid all through school, check! Farah, honestly, watching this and hearing about your journey has helped me feel a little bit more comfortable in my skin. Thanks.

[@julianfritzer]

Can't believe u sent this to me when I've already seen it. How rad is she?!

[@catdimond1996]

I wasn't diagnosed until age 21. It's hard trying to explain to people how it affects me. I'm glad you got the support you needed. Nice music!

[@andrehuestan]

I was diagnosed with ADHD in my early 30's. It was such a big deal for me because for the first time ever, there was an answer to my habits, my coping tools and the like and why they were different from my classmates and now colleagues. Feeling supported is a big thing, being made to feel included and valued really helps to figure it all out

[@logandale2159]

Right! Because of the way it impacts our memory, even when I got supports for adhd, I still failed in school, so it was like: we even gave you these cheats (they didn't see it as accommodations) and you still failed? You must be lying about the adhd and lazy! And it really made it a hard time cause I was like do I really have adhd? If I do should these supports be helping? Supprise it's adhd and dyspraxia!

[@joycewright2788]

i've been listening binaural beats all the time! i had no idea they had such a benefit. this lady is really talented and quite special, really enjoyed this talk!

[@theoriginaltedtok]

It can be very tough having to learn about yourself (or condition) through other peoples perspectives. Farah shows us why it is so important to keep voices like hers in the forefront, so we can show everyone just how awesome it is to have brains that do different things.

[@animalsgalore360]

Oh wow. I was diagnosed with Dyspraxia so I knew I had it, but I was beginning to think I have more ADHD, and this video just described me and reminded me that I do actually have Dyspraxia

[@estherparry-jones3145]

I have dyslexia dyscalculia and Dyspraxia. Thank you for this lecture

[@rheeslewis]

Learning difficulties are something that were ridiculed in my experience. Loved this talk, thanks Farah for the light you are shining.

[@michealrighini]

one of my best friends in school had dyspraxia and it was so hard for her at times. it's so good to see awareness finally spreading! thank you Farah! you are a perfect example of how being diagnosed is a way to find balance and purpose!

[@jonasblix]

Amazing! My niece was just diagnosed with dyspraxia - I'll be sending this to my sister! So good! This lady is brilliant!

[@carldupont4440]

Lady, you are a force! I love how you presented this and carry yourself. An absolute gem!

[@jonaspotrykus]

She really is, so awesome!

[@adammayhew]

Definitely one of the best tedx talks I have seen

[@poojadelinaer]

That music she created at the end was other-worldly, as is her presence on that stage. Marvelous talk to come across.

[@donthegiese]

Awareness and acceptance is what we need more than anything now. Thank you for this talk, I think it'll help many understand how a mind like yours works and the brilliance that ensues when it is supported appropriately !

[@eliseseveniegn]

What a star she is! I love how she starts this whole thing, just proves that our divergent friends are just as creative and talented, despite what some groups might have you think.

[@carldupont4440]

if not more so!

[@heatherrausch1987]

There are so many people going through so many things, the one common feature is, if we listen and offer help or space, they can excel.

[@randubrown]

Acceptance and understanding are key!

[@noqueq9003]

I'm taking driving lessons and I am horrible with them. I had my 3d today and this is what led me to research about dyspraxia because I seem to have all the symptoms. I also have a stress-incuding awful teacher who is on the ''impatient'' side which only stresses me more and makes me freeze.

[@iammatrixmike]

I had never ever heard of Dyspraxia. I related so so much to your story. I feel like I'm constantly playing catch up but in some ways, I feel like I'm way ahead. Brilliant talk though. I need to do some research now! Thanks Farah.

[@phyllishack]

When there is appropriate support and resources for those of us who have learning difficulties under the current model - we have every opportunity to thrive and succeed. Farah is fantastic.

[@ehsaankumer]

I love that, the opportunity for collective success.

[@billconconi]

I love love LOVE talks by ND individuals like Farah. For too long so many of us struggled to fit into a box, believing are perspective, our way of connecting - was not good enough. Thank goodness for soul's like Farah who are helping the world see how capable and in need these types of people are

[@aubreyzwayse]

How rad is Farah!? Bill, you are a legend for sending this to meeee

[@hirominakahara2285]

More proof that those of us who are ND can really do anything we want despite what society tells us! Thank you Farah for showing us your magic!

[@melrobertsreal]

what a talented and beautiful soul this young lady is. and she has such a calming and beautiful voice. her journey is incredible.

[@johnlum8136]

you beat me to this ted!!!

[@rainithacker]

She is so awesome!

[@howareyou857]

My son is severely Dyspraxic was dx at 5, but he learned to swim and did mountain biking. Loves running now at 20 years old. However took him a long time to manage these tasks. He also learned to drum, plays guitar left hand. He has Alevels in Maths, Product Design and Music Technology. Its been tough but he is determined. He is currently navigating his way aroud europe by train with mates for 3 weeks. He also has ADHD

[@Ravoof]

That was something. Congrats for all your achievements. Yes, we all need to get out of our comfort zones to achieve anything. Very inspiring talk. Your music was quite an experience and very calming. All the best.

[@saleisalovic]

perfect example of what awareness and education does for us with learning disabilities! EXCELLENT talk!

[@johnlum8136]

Sports is good for every mind, this is pretty great info especially the tennis detection, she wasn't looking at the ball when trying to hit it. I find that fascinating and a bit of a metaphor for life.

[@arthurrosa9403]

The best thing about dyspraxia is that I can't get stuck in my confort zone, because there is no confort zone.

[@jeffgoldygold]

Oh yes. performing under pressure and proving people wrong. I can so relate to this.

[@russhearn]

She is so talented!

[@redface583]

THIS VIDEO LOOKED INTO MY SOUL this was the most helpful thing ever, thank you

[@erikashik]

What a great life story about finding your purpose. Loving the pressure and proving people wrong. My kind of hero!

[@hirominakahara2285]

Shes pretty awesome!!

[@TheHound4321]

I am incredibly lucky to have had a mum who was insistent that I had dyspraxia. It still took me until I was 20 until I was diagnosed and faced many difficulties growing up associated with the condition. It’s relieving to finally be able to put my brain to use and fully understand the limitations of what I have and how to work around it. I really hope more effort is made in the future to identifying it in children, it must be so hard to live your life not knowing why you are slightly different.

[@damianreed1959]

Amazing approach to working her brain, and finding what works for her. That's commitment.

[@lucasyjester]

I wouldn't say commitment, I mean, if the world was better set up for us ND folk it wouldn't have to be such an upward battle.

[@lucyiberard1219]

this lady has some serious talent! such an awesome human, i feel this talk would help a lot of young ones with such developmental issues feel not so alone, proving that they are more than capable!!

[@alice-jayne]

What a lovely young woman and so well spoken, never would have guessed she is a DJ.

[@salberntsein]

I went to a TED, they play music after every 3rd speaker, but this was different. She's good!

[@shystrshystr]

The work that Farah is doing is fantastic. Listening to the presentation and her music put my line of thinking into a direction I very much needed today, well, this whole year actually. A truly marvelous woman!

[@aaronwatson9928]

Throughout school, not a single teacher recognised my dyspraxic symptoms. It wasn't until I was 19 that someone pointed them out to me and by that time, my doctor told me i was too old to even get a diagnosis. The person who pointed it out was my aunty who was a teacher (clearly a better trained one than the ones at my own schools) but sadly i never met her until i was 19. Anyone else ever been told they're too old for even a diagnosis?

[@Oi-wq3mp]

Aaron Watson think of it on the other side, yes you didn’t get a diagnosis but you could be a lot more dyspraxic, if it went unnoticed for so long, it’s probably low level. I grew up in a town by Leeds and no one had ever heard of dyspraxia but I got diagnosed at 11 years old because I cannot be more dyspraxic. Level 1/9 in both coordination and handwriting. Could be worse, I didn’t get my autism diagnosis but it doesn’t matter at all, just a diagnosis, would never change anything. Sorry if I seem some kind of self obsessed and not trying to say that I have had a worse life than you

[@missionmakers]

I don't think your ever too old for a diagnosis, the first step in overcoming anything is knowing and understanding what it is!

[@shubhanshukushwah8305]

Should i tell my friend who has exactly similar symptoms but not yet been diagnosed? ...I have lived with him for many years .Is he going to hate me for telling him?.He already hates me for making fun of him in childhood as I was not aware of his problem

[@QUINTUSMAXIMUS]

@@shubhanshukushwah8305 apologize to him for what happened. Yeah, people make fun of us when we struggle to park, to use chopsticks, play sports.

[@Luciferkragoth]

I got diagnosed three times in my life. 7, 14, and 32. The first two times there was never any official diagnosis. It was just a quirk of the British school system that some man with a qualification just said 'Yeah he has it.' I had to pay out a grand to get diagnosed officially in my 30s when I decided I wanted official documentation incase I should ever need it. But you're never too old to be diagnosed. Just maybe Diagnosed for free.

[@sherylrinkler]

such a talented lady! i so very much want to hear more of that lovely music she created, it made me feel so light and free i think she has so much of a gift!

[@lessettealvarez3799]

Thank you so much for this. 🙏🏽

[@lucasyjester]

I loved how she started this and I loved listening to her story, so good.

[@alexwood7678]

Another dyspraxic here. Amazed at how much I resonate with - from wearing a helmet (biker) as a form of effective disguise, to the discovery of binaural beats and it's insane impact on my concentration/relaxation, even the interest in mind hacking - NLP etc. Great speech

[@mariab5195]

I fully understand, I’m a Dyspraxic artist, tutor and designer

[@mariab5195]

Do you ride a motorbike? I ask I’m not finding it easy to learn to drive a car or a bike

[@davidhanson8232]

I love that F1 was the thing that really helped y'all bond. Same for me and my Gramps. You seem like a really resilient and driven lady. Kudos! Great talk!

[@alicia1636]

I'm diagnosed with adhd but i relate so Much to THE video and I've done so Much research and i fit all the criteria

[@cattunes]

same here. i think a lot of ND symptoms can cross over.

[@toddhoward2462]

When I was a kid it was taking me forever to get dressed in the morning. My parents asked my doctor about it (after finding out I had Dyspraxia but they didn't fully understand it yet.) the doctor told them something I will never forget. Imagine trying to get dressed but you forget how to put on your pants. That happens every day morning to your son.

[@dannybastoslifecoach5091]

So proud of anyone who faces their challenges and share their experiences and help other people to diagnose and benefit from their struggles. You are very competent and talented! Great job! 🙏🏼❤️🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@juniorjensen]

Yeah she's doing an amazing job

[@BoudicaJ]

I love my dyspraxia. I would not in a million years change any of it. If it does take away it gives it back a million fold. I can't watch TV but I can and do read for hours...can't count but effit. I hate things more intensely than others but love them more too.

[@nxmoqrx3713]

This helped me so much. I only got diagnosed last year (when I was 20y) and everything made sense. It gives me a sense of closure

[@kirstenjaquish3535]

who did you go to.i’m 20 too

[@MrsYasminBrown]

Thank you young lady x

[@elizabethbernard3135]

Superb talk, and her mix is just outstanding, love it all!!!!

[@randisoh]

Just loved this talk, she is awesome!

[@blondenette]

My bright and beautiful 9 year old son has dyspraxia and this gives me hope for him. He currently is obsessed with soccer and wants to move from playing rec at our local club to a more competitive league program, which makes me extremely anxious for him and what his skill set will be and whether he will be made fun of. But as you said he may have that intuition and determination.

[@KizzleDawg]

Wonderful lecture!! The power of the mind is truly unfathomable... I think the power of music to not only heal but also to aid cognitive processes has never been studied properly. I may be wrong. But it really should be looked into...

[@russhearn]

Farah you are inspiration and so talented. Keep doing whatever it is your doing but you're going to be a success at whatever you do

[@eliseseveniegn]

She's clearly already successful! I love her!

[@katienlister]

Makes so much sense that the brain would rewire and rework itself to allow for survival in an environment. Neuro-plasticity is part of common language now and this is a real time example of how it works. Thanks Farah

[@movemetoexcel]

Yeah I get that too.

[@StrongBalloonChris]

Not easy living with dyspraxia but kinda proud of the fact that my brain is not ordinary and wired differently xD

[@daveallanthedave]

It's good not to be normal, normal is highly overrated.

[@MisterekMr]

@@daveallanthedave haha dave how true

[@bobertgenn]

Thats a great way of looking at it? what is normal anyway?

[@iammatrixmike]

i feel like if all our brains worked the same we wouldn't grow and learn as much. celebrate our differences i say!

[@jackiehathway]

as we should be proud! who wants to be another neurotypical.

[@jycintabrown]

I really liked this, TED's can be so innovative, I learn about a condition I knew nothing about, and then she DJ's a great tune - WOW!

[@therealdualippa]

Best ted talk I have ever seen by far!

[@maynardsavery]

"Only you and you alone can define your own success" TRUTH😌 😍 🥰😌 😍 🥰

[@therealprincessareeba]

💗 💖 💘 💝GREAT TALK - GREAT TUNES💗 💖 💘 💝

[@maryyouson4404]

loved it, both the talk and the music!

[@sheryldabose1988]

Defs one of the more interesting tedtalks i've ever seen. what a cool girl, the way she carries herself and talks is awesome. I know the dude that plays Harry Potter has dyspraxia as well. I feel like I know a fair bit more now.

[@milagroczarnecki]

she is, and the tunes are wonderful

[@LeanderCadbury]

Great talk Farah and really well delivered. It gives people the confidence that whatever their shortcoming, temporary or not, that it's the effort that makes the bigger difference.

[@missionmakers]

Thanks Leander!

[@jonw3462]

@@missionmakers Hey Farah, great talk. I also have dyspraxia and my procrastination/concentration is next level awful. Can you recommend any specific binaural beats for concentration as there are alot of them on youtube/online. I remember having software before that allowed you to create them and chose the frequencies etc but didnt really know where to start. Thanks

[@icekunggamer]

Important topic, thanks for pushing the issue.

[@lostnlonely669]

This lady is so talented!! What a journey, and so much drive! And raising awareness! I really had no idea.

[@PettyBlue1]

She is so awesome!

[@gretaallison]

I love her tunes😍 🥰 😘

[@elizabethbernard3135]

100000% yes

[@benjamingdorey]

I am relating so much to everything she is saying. I was always good in English, Music and History - but science and math use to cause me such grief. I wanted to grasp it all but I never quite could!

[@ronaldk.sitlhou2914]

I was pretty good at English too. I can relate to most of the things you mentioned.

[@julianfritzer]

Wow she can make tunes, freaking awesome

[@oussamakimbo9535]

Josh Waitzkin world chess champ a few times, wrote that he used to get distracted if he got a song in his head while playing. Then he taught himself to focus better when he heard music in his head. He said he was better focusing then where a song got in his head.

[@maryyouson4404]

I read that too in his book.

[@emilmalthe9861]

Innovative solutions absolutely! I always believed its the ones who behave a little different are the ones to lead and innovative and exciting life. Yes that's me talking about me.

[@oscarnotreallyawiener]

Emil, thanks for posting this!

[@geoffdeeprose9469]

thanks for sending

[@emilmalthe9861]

@@geoffdeeprose9469 no worries.

[@jonaspotrykus]

Love me some ambient trance. Sick beats Star Girl!

[@suebakernottly]

I love this too.

[@salsadevrees]

She's so good!

[@cristinasanchezdelacruz192]

What an amazing and inspiring journey, congratulations, you have been able to overcome all the obstacles and to transform them into strengths and thrive on them. It’s amazing how even having dyspraxia you’ve been able to excel in sports and music . Congratulations! I loved your music

[@dannyturkin6229]

Her mixing is magical.

[@theoriginaltedtok]

It really is!

[@slowmodern]

Great talk, and her music is so cool.

[@shystrshystr]

I wish I could find more of it!

[@liza-zotova]

This has flagged quite a few things for me. I struggled so much at school and still can barely walk in a straight line on flat ground without hurting myself, but I am innovative and creative when it comes to writing. I am going to do some research on this, thanks for putting this out there for others to hear.

[@kathrynlthomas]

Liza I love this, thank you for sending it to me! And just for the record, I love walking to you, our bumps in the middle always make me giggle.

[@artcornish3520]

Same here! I love to dance, but I have never been able to learn a routine as my brain can't figure out how to make my limbs move the same way and I to, can never walk in a straight line.

[@salsadevrees]

I am so in love with that tune you produced! Please tell me you are doing more of that!

[@donthegiese]

It definitely had me day dreaming into a far off land

[@zackarnold1560]

What an incredible thing to have parents that supported you so you could find a way to be your true you despite your difficulties. I’m sure it wasn’t easy. I wish I had such support, I had to work from a young age and left home in my teens so I didn’t have a way to explore these things for me. I’m trying to start now, but is it even possible for someone in their 40s?

[@tigersallaroundus]

Always possible!

[@rainithacker]

The only real difference between people is what we make a big deal about, she's got talent and lots of it, thats the fact to know!

[@alishaj7369]

Incredibly inspiring, thank you

[@anthonybutlerstream3456]

Wow she has some serious tunes there!

[@97AshleyRose]

I have dyspraxia too

[@theBipolarVegan]

Amazingly informative 🤓✌️❤️💯🌱🦄

[@sonsofbyzantium40k]

Relate to this on SO MANY LEVELS!!!! Music especially... was completely heartbroken when I got my diagnosis (DCD, possible ADHD & Dyscalculia) for years. Lived in denial for a period of 17 years. Only just starting to unwire my brain now...

[@anikakanani1212]

You can do it!!!!!!!!!!

[@missionmakers]

The journey is about to get amazing! Good luck and never give up.

[@sonsofbyzantium40k]

@@anikakanani1212 😁😁😁

[@sonsofbyzantium40k]

@@missionmakers thank you! Really looking forward to it!

[@saleisalovic]

so happy for you dude!

[@2380Shaw]

I survived Reyes Syndrome as a toddler in 1980s when I caught flu and my mom gave me aspirin. I suspect I have dyspraxia because of it. I struggled learning to read, learning to ride a bike and tie my shoes. I was and am still very shy in my 40s. I hated myself and my life for a long time. Still not happy in my life and very lonely

[@earlyeaston]

Good talk, but she is so good with her music!

[@bottomlab8016]

Amazing!!!

[@natalidejesusgonzalez3703]

I want to know what area your from! The fact an Educational Psychologist was able to help you in such a way is AMAZING.

[@oliviaaa97]

I've never related to something more! Thank you for this

[@missionmakers]

Thankyou Liv!

[@oliviaaa97]

@@missionmakers no problem Farah ❤️

[@ChimeraZone]

This explains everything

[@deanskyler]

Recently I watched a movie about a boy who had dyslexia. It made me think of how much these kids can struggle!

[@thisismylovehandle]

My 5 year old son had dyspaxia/ ADHD. Sometimes I get so disheartened not knowing whether he'll overcome the negative feelings of being different. We tell him everyone has different strengths and he will need to work harder to find and develop his. Not in those terms, obviously. I'm hoping any adults with dyspaxia/DCD or ADD can tell me what they needed/received from their parents that could help me navigate my attitude/approach. As of now, it's understanding and patience and as much resource as we can muster.

[@healingrays3229]

I didn't receive any help from my parents, on the contrary, they discouraged me from physical activities and didn't want to teach me life skills like cooking, cleaning, organizing, sewing, driving, etc. This is my advice: teach your son life skills by doing them together with love and patience. Encourage your son to follow his passion and develop the skills and gifts he has. Explain to him that he learns differently, and that does make him less intelligent or less worthy, and that he might be more talented in other areas than most people. Also, provide opportunities for him to do non-competitive sports and physical activities, dancing, hiking, and playing instruments that he likes.

[@oliviaaa97]

Farah your an inspiration 😍

[@_Geist]

it scares me how closely my past aligns with the same kinds of experiences of every other dyspraxic person i've ever encountered. i wish so badly i hadn't fallen through the diagnosis cracks as a kid. the only support that seems to exist is online.. i live in the US, and the education system here is just as fukt, if not worse.

[@riddermartijn]

Never heard of this, wow, thats tough.