Lee's Journey: Uncovering Dyslexia and Finding Self-Love

The Struggle with Dyslexia

• 😥 Dyslexia caused significant anxiety and a feeling of inadequacy for Lee, leading him to believe he was "thick" or incapable.
• 📚 Reading aloud in school was a source of panic due to the difficulty in processing words, a struggle he didn't understand until later.
• 😔 In the 1980s, struggling in school often resulted in being labeled a "fool" with limited perceived future options, like being a builder.

Internal Conflict and Aspirations

• 💭 Lee grappled with the feeling that he was meant for more than just being a builder, questioning his potential.
• 🎤 He expressed frustration through songwriting, feeling like his true voice and potential were unheard.
• 🚧 Dyslexia was described as a constant impediment, causing missed appointments and difficulties with essential tasks like health and safety reports.

Finding a New Sense of Self

• 🎬 Working with the BBC on a short film allowed Lee to explore his identity beyond his perceived limitations.
• 💖 The experience helped him realize his own worth, stating, "I've realized who I am."
• ✅ He embraced his unique way of thinking, acknowledging that while not academically qualified in a traditional sense, he can "think outside the box."
• 🥰 A pivotal moment was affirming, "I am a builder called Lee and I'm finally in love with me."