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Baeocystin - I fit that bill. I am 63. I can learn still but my ability grasp really complex random info has fallen off. My ability to learn info that I am pas

by epalmer 10y ago

Baeocystin - I fit that bill. I am 63. I can learn still but my ability grasp really complex random info has fallen off. My ability to learn info that I am passionate about not so much. I have learned what I can learn and how to learn. In college I could retain a lot for a little time period. Today my short term memory for syntax is not so good. In the book dyslexic advantage[1] they state that dyslexic's short term memory is not as good as the general population but our conceptual memory / ability to visualize is heightened. I am dyslexic and find this to be true. So I learn concepts and thank google every day for syntax. [1] https://www.amazon.com/Dyslexic-Advantage-Unlocking-Hidden-Potential/dp/0452297923/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483634103&sr=8-1&keywords=dyslexic+advantage https://www.amazon.com/Dyslexic-Advantage-Unlocking-Hidden-P... Also Baeocystin I like your HN handle. Edit: Typo Added link to dyslexic advantage

Baeocystin 10y ago
Cheers, my fun guy friend! :D I think the 'learning how to learn' skill is possibly the most important one a person can possess, but by its very nature, it isn't something that comes without long practice. I know I can think of how I approached study in my late teens/early 20's with a shiver at my poor choices. I do IT work for small business owners. One of the things that I've noticed over the years is that the number of successful small businesses that are run by dyslexics is much higher than you would expect from the %/population numbers. And it is clear to me that it is their ability to conceptualize what the business needs, visualize how to move forward, and (perhaps most importantly) comfort in delegating tasks that plays a large role in their success. Which works well for me, too. I may not be dyslexic, but I quite enjoy their work style.
- epalmer 10y ago
  Yes. Turns out I founded, ran and sold two small businesses. I've seen alot of dyslexics in small businesses. Edit: typo

by epalmer 10y ago

Baeocystin 10y ago

Cheers, my fun guy friend! :D I think the 'learning how to learn' skill is possibly the most important one a person can possess, but by its very nature, it isn't something that comes without long practice. I know I can think of how I approached study in my late teens/early 20's with a shiver at my poor choices. I do IT work for small business owners. One of the things that I've noticed over the years is that the number of successful small businesses that are run by dyslexics is much higher than you would expect from the %/population numbers. And it is clear to me that it is their ability to conceptualize what the business needs, visualize how to move forward, and (perhaps most importantly) comfort in delegating tasks that plays a large role in their success. Which works well for me, too. I may not be dyslexic, but I quite enjoy their work style.

epalmer 10y ago
Yes. Turns out I founded, ran and sold two small businesses. I've seen alot of dyslexics in small businesses. Edit: typo