Overcoming Learning Disabilities and Learning to LEARN
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I never thought it was possible for me to build a Windsor chair. I am dyslexic and compound angles and math in general have always seemed impossible. But finding the right teacher, putting myself in the right environment, and identifying my true motivation in learning new things made it possible to do a whole LOT of things I used to think were impossible. Greg Pennington taught me to build windsor chairs, and in this video I'm building a Democratic Chair, a design by Curtis Buchannan. Take a Windsor chair building class from Greg and up your woodworking game!
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If you found this video helpful, here is another video on ADHD and “body doubling” you might really like by another awesome creator: czcams.com/video/ni9biXNDZe0/video.html
Thanks for that link Anne. As far as I'm aware I don't have ADHD but I found a lot of the advice and ideas presented in that video apply to me. I also watched the video on motivation and found it really applicable and easy to follow. Who knows, you may just have given me a tool to get some of my projects finished 👍
I’m a 52 year old late diagnosed with ADHD. I wish I or my parents had watched this video 45 years ago. Thanks for being awesome. You are the real deal.
You are probably the most incredible inspiration on YT.
That is a huge compliment and means the world to me. If I can help just one other person who has struggled the way I have, I can die very happy.
@@AnneofAllTrades , don’t die; you still have a lot of inspiring to do! 😊
so true
Starting off life with even one parent as great as your Mom is a huge factor in your life! 💜 You’ve then taken that out into your world that you’ve been building each and every day. 💜
Just a reminder to everyone that there's finally a GoFundMe campaign if you want to support Anne's woodworking school build.
Is there a link to it ?
www.gofundme.com/f/ann-of-all-trades039-dream
Thanks! Came for just this!
Thanks for the link! I've been meaning to donate to the school building I hope to visit sometime soon! Anne is so deserving! :)
OMG. Hearing your mom say the words "cooperative learner" just finally gave me the words to explain how I learn. Visual and/or Kinaesthetic learner were never quite enough, and Auditory or Read/Write are just wrong. I was told I just wasn't trying hard enough so many times. Thank you so much for helping me find the right words.
I'm almost 70 years old and I wish I'd had that kind of motivational talk 60 years ago.
I was surprised and happy to see April Wilkerson in this episode.
I thought I'd slyly toss that in and see if anyone noticed ;)
@@AnneofAllTrades you and April are my two biggest inspristations. I am disabled and learning to do woodworking has been difficult but totally worth it.
@@AnneofAllTrades Yeah...I think many of us noticed right away..
I find that my attention deficit disorder and dyslexia work out fine in construction. But we're a problem in the kitchen so I I'm glad I ended up a carpenter instead of a chef. Good job learning and applying knowledge
Anne - keep on inspiring and motivating us!
Anne's mom - thank you for raising a fantastic daughter who is well on the way to making a large percentage of the world fall in love with her and her work 👏👍
Always great to hear your thoughts. What you do, the person you are, the struggles you overcome, makes you the best teacher. I have no doubt your dream of your woodworking school will happen. Tom Hanks said in A League of Their Own, "It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great." So true...
You are one fabulous woman, don't ever let anyone tell you differently!! Such an inspiration.
Never be afraid of failing, never be afraid of at least trying. Everyone has to learn something at some time in their lives. Another thing, everyone learns differently and at different paces.
Despite the set backs you're facing, in the end, your school will get finished and it will get up and running. Patience is one virtue that ALL woodworkers must learn. Kudo's to you for doing this. Cheers :)
To be so young and to find out that much about yourself -- you are destined for great and mighty things. NEVER EVER GIVE UP!!!
Thank you, Anne. My daughter and I watch your videos together. She is 4, but recognizes you and Ashley Harwood. I am hoping that she follows me through the years in my shop and develops the love and passion you have, but your passion will help to inspire her to do whatever she chooses to do.
Oh yes im dyslexic i always had trouble in school. But woodworking allowed me to see beyond that it encouraged me that i can do anything.
This hit it perfectly for me. I don't feel alone now. I don't feel broken. Thank you.
Anne, your the smartest, most goal oriented, level headed, happiest down to earth women I’ve ever seen. More women need your learning disability.
You sound so much like me growing up. I got bored easily, didn't stay at jobs very long,when I learned all there was to learn I felt I had to move on to something else.
I went through all the construction trades, took auto mechanics in school as well as all the shop classes.
Brilliant and beautiful message - love to you both, Anne & Mum of All Trades ❤
Anne, you are actually doing the thing that I have always dreamed of doing, that so many of us have always dreamed of doing. Not only have you succeeded in becoming an incredibly capable person, but you have found a way to reach out and truly INSPIRE other people to do the same. You have inspired me today, not only to learn despite adversity and self doubt, but to one day inspire people myself. You are the first stone rolling in what I hope will one day be an avalanche. Thank you, and God bless.
Anne you keep the faith and it will find you in so many ways you are truly a blessing with a heart of gold, take care stay safe god bless
“If you follow your bliss [a state of complete happiness or joy], you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there all the while, waiting for you, and the life that you ought to be living is the one you are living. Wherever you are - if you are following your bliss, you are enjoying that refreshment, that life within you, all the time.” - Joseph Campbell, Professor of Comparative Mythology, 1985.
Your discussion was inspiring for me, as I too struggle along the same way as yourself with learning.
God bless! 🖖😎👍
Thank you for this video and your rawness. Your school experience had a hunt similarity to my own and it was not tell I was 35 that I realized that I was not a bad learner or studied but that I learn different than others. Which is also a big advantage in the “real world”. Look forward to taking a class with you some day. Cheers
How interesting it is to listen & learn how you have identified your learning style. How being encouraged has played such a valuable part in your success so far. It really highlights for me, how inadequate the current educational systems are, whether you are schooled in America, England (where I live know) or South Africa (where is was born & lived for 2x years!) in order to “pass” academically, which I know realise I am not!
I think one of the positive things that will come out of this pandemic, is that parents & self - educators like yourself will become invaluable to the reforming of future educational systems.
I also think that as we take stock of what is truly important in our lives, our ideas, views & our mindsets will shift towards those things that give us worth, meaning and purpose. People will no longer be prepared to waste their energy, money or energy on activities that don’t bring them satisfaction & fulfilment in their careers/jobs.
So many thanks for once again sharing your insight into learning & creating ideas that are purpose driven. 🤩💕
Inspiring Misty Meadows School in the Natal Midlands. Some quotes I found on their website which conveys their philosophy:
“If we change our fundamental metaphor for the education of children from the manufacture of a product to the flowering and fruiting of a plant - then we begin to see that our role is not to rigidly control each step in the process, but to create the conditions - the soil, the water, the light - under which human brilliance may unfold and flourish”. -Carol Black, Schooling the World
“I never teach my pupils, I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn”. - Einstein
"Most learning is not the result of instruction. It is rather the result of unhampered participation in a meaningful setting." - Ivan Illich
The more you learn the more you need to learn.
Every lesson is a step forward.
It’s good to hear from other women who share the same issues. I was in my forties before I found my anchor. I went back to school for a teaching degree (4.0 in college after struggling through school my entire life) and now I teach 3rd grade. Because of my own struggles I try to understand the different needs of each of my students. You were extremely blessed to have a mom who understood that you learned differently and took the time to help you. Not many parents do that. I have noticed that most people who struggled with ADD or ADHD and found success had help from a mom who recognized their different learning needs. (I also have soooo many 1/2 finished projects!🤪)
I love Woodcraft! I still struggle with my learning disabilities, something I just have to figure out. But the hands on approach has worked for me immensely, greatly lowering the frustration level.. Thank You for sharing your success, Were so glad you hung in there.
I’m a 34 year old guy who has 4 classes left to get my Bachelors in Mathematics. I also have ADHD, a degenerative neurological disease, a spinal chord injury called a syrinx (acquired syringomyelia), chronic pain, anxiety and depression. All of these things make it extremely difficult to complete the things I start.
I began woodworking in the spring because my nephew needed a COVID school desk. I spent the last day working on a Bailey 4 1/2 and 5 1/2 that I got from a friend’s dad. I LOVE working with wood and this video has been like it came from my own brain.
I’m a new subscriber (Saw Rex’s fundraiser video) and I am so incredibly thankful for connecting with you.
Cheers, good luck, and god bless.
-Castor
Anne, you are such a gem of a human. I appreciate your genuine expression, humility and integrity. I respect how you have shifted spaces and growing into a fine lady who is uniquely skilled. Thanks for sharing your process and knowledge.
You truly are a great inspiration to me. The fact that you mix traditional hand tools and power tools makes your videos so appealing to me. Thank you so much.
Bless you. I am dyslexic too. Watching this warmed my heart. For me it was right teacher, right environment, motivation, and teaching. One of the best ways for me to learn was to teach it. At university I would sneak down to the boiler room (too embarrassed to to it where anyone would see) where I could talk out-loud to "teach" the imaginary audience. Ended my career teaching at a university cooperative extension system. Sounds like you have done the same and building to focus even more on that. I believe you will be more than fine, with a rich and rewarding life and successful career. Be proud of yourself.
Finding my true motivation. That’s something I never thought of before. Thank you so much for your honesty and your dedication to helping others become better at anything.
Dear Anne, thank you . for your wonderful videos and wonderful personality. Also thank you for being you. As I, peruse your video channel, I can see your inspire and warm the hearts of so many. Have a wonderful/ life.
OK, add to your neurotic yet exceedingly beautiful furniture building another skill - motivational speaking! As a "professional speaker" (read pastor) I can honestly say this video is one of the best motivational speeches out there. Neurotic, undisciplined lovers of woodworking need your input. Do it frequently!
Looks like I found someone else with the same type of brain I have. It also took me awhile to embrace the advantages and get around the disadvantages
Hey Anne! I have no other words than THANK YOU !
I'm kind of struggling a lot in my live right now... Always doubting about my choices and not believing in myself..
You just got me back on tracks! :D THANK YOU !
You're such a huge source of inspiration and courage !
This is the best! Every kid needs to see this. Find your super powers!
Thank you for letting use get to know you a bit more. I relate to you so much. Thanks for being such an inspiration. Your light shines so bright! 🌞
Anne I am much older than you with the same learning issues. Dyslexia is no joke. Like you I have had to learn how adapt to overcome challenges. Thank you for sharing your story.
Thank you. Thank you for all your encouraging words and examples you have no idea how much you have helped me. Thanks.
You never cease to inspire me young lady . It was such a blessing to see you with your mom , she clearly has a large place in your heart . You are blessed . May God be with you all in Tennessee.
2:20 Ok, you've pritty much just described me!! I've always found that I can get started on a hobby, get going well and sometimes get good at it and then give everyone around me whiplash when I get board and switch to something else in less then a day!
That's changed a bit now as I've discovered woodwork and blacksmithing and although my health doesn't let me do that much my interest is still held by the possibilities that these hobbies bring. Both hobbies just have one tital until you realise that some people can spend decades making and perfecting a type of object (e.g. chairs) but there are so many other things for me to try that use the same basic tool set but can be so different it's mind boggling (e.g. timber framing a barn). I've found 2 hobbies that there is virtually no end to what I can actually make and it's amazing!! Over 2 years later I'm still in love with the hobbies and I am amazed 😊 Thank you for all the inspiration you've put out there over that time 👍👍👍👍👍
Just loved it. God bless your project to help others
Way to go Anne, you are a beacon of light for many! 👍🏽
You are absolutely amazing! I started woodworking and my channel to recover from a stroke and you re by far my favorite maker! You have my full support.
Awesome and inspirational 👍👍, also it's nice that MOAT is on the video 👍👍
Anne, you have an awesome Mom and it shows in the type of person you are. I have 3 daughters and they are all awesome women and mothers themselves because their Mom is an awesome mother who provided similar love and motivation to what you received from your mother. I wish now that I had had more patience with them when they were younger but somehow they still love and respect me for the things I can do.
I am currently trying to instil a love of woodworking in one of my grandsons who is now 9. We have built a couple of small projects together and everytime we spend time in the shop he’s amazed at how much time has passed.
Thank you for this video. In public school I was in learning support from 3rd-12th grade. The only time I excelled was in trade related courses. Being able to create calmed my mind. You’re far from alone.
I love how honest you are about your struggles. We are all unique and the key in life is to learn how to turn our "faults" and differences into our strengths.
You are far ahead of even older people that haven't examined themselves.
Anne, thank you for being honest and transparent as you share your story. You are an inspiration and a huge blessing. I pray your building project is soon completed so you can start teaching many students in your school.
Its a tough spot to be in when you can see your potential but can't seem to find your way there.
i think what you've discovered is not so much only the joys of your success but the joys of your failures. we live in a world where our failures are seen as detrimental to our being and our goals.... this cannot be more false. if you do not fail you WILL NOT learn. failure is a pre-requisite for growth. what we nee to do is break down our social barriers and take note that its our short comings, in contrast to each other which even brings people together. if we want to build a world in which people push themselves to grow physically, mentally and spiritually; we need to change the way we think and begin seeking out struggles that make us uncomfortable. the world was not mean to treat us like soft little babies.... and if you think its meant to be a soft life you're in for disappointment...
. but you're right its love in the end. inspirational
Thank you. And finding LOVE as an ANCHOR is a gift. The line that shook me is where you talk about even the mistakes are real lessons to be learned. So often that those mistakes have thrown many off of their path. Again, THANK YOU.
Hi Anne, you have no idea how much I needed to hear this.
Thank you!
Wow, I was listening to you while fixing breakfast. You two sound so much alike. I had to turn around to verify it was your Mom and not you. 🎉 How nice. Blessings to you both!
You are an amazing person, you open your heart and share your most personal challenges, that takes so much courage. I feel humbled just watching all your wonderful videos. Never stop doing the spectacular work you do. Thank you for inspiring everyone who watches your videos. God bless, stay safe and well.
I am so thankful that you did NOT give up, and are finding different ways to keep moving forward! I know how difficult it can be at times, but the end result is going to be tremendous!! THANK YOU for sharing your stories and having faith that things will turn around.
Thank you mom of all trades!!😀
Thank you for sharing this. My daughter is dyslexic. And amazing and so capable. This video is really helpful.
Thank you for this video. It hit really close to home for me. From the spending all of my energy just to sit still, to having piles of projects and ideas half completed or needed more attention, an insatiable thirst to learn to do things. Your struggles and being able to admit them are very helpful for me, and an example I can use to show my daughter. Thank you Anne, wishing you all the best.
Great video 👍 I'm dyslexic been a struggle all my life
Woodcraft is an incredible place. So glad they are supporting you! 👏👏👏
I could only have wished for as much energy and ambitions as you have!Keep on keeping on!
Thank you for this video. I felt like you were describing my childhood with how you learn and the help from your mother.
Thank you Anne for another inspirational video. Your mom raised a very wonderful young lady.
Your motivation and enthusiasm is wonderful. This was a great pick-me-up. Ive only been woodworking for a couple years now and i think one of the biggest things that slows me down is hesitation over the idea that i might ruin the project or lose the time / material when trying a new technique. you can only break through when you commit and go for it!
Young lady, you are awe inspiring. I could not imagine you struggle so hard. You make me question my own abilities. Some of us just learn in a different way. You do what's best for you. And, you have an awesome mother.
You’re awesome Anne. For what it’s worth, I’m super proud of you and applaud how you continue to humble yourself, making content to help people from how you’ve learned. Heart for others, and honouring your mom. 100% authentic. This and much more is why you’re awesome. Love it
Anne I would like to thank you for this video for over 60+ years I have suffered with the same attention span problem and never knew what it was. This video has identified my problem 100%. You also helped me unknowingly by incorporating CC in your video as a partly deaf person, on this video I was able to understand everything that you or your mum said and I am so grateful for that. I do hope that Rex's "shout out" to you has helped you achieve your dream and that your school will open as soon as the current health crisis is over.
Such a good message you bring. I love your channel even though I do very little woodworking and don't farm or intend to. I'm a watercolor painter. But I enjoy your videos so much for the exploration and preservation of craft and process and your inspirational, enthusiastic spirit, especially when you talk about the passion needed to master a pursuit, motivating yourself to practice effectively, and the figure-out-ability of literally anything. Such great ideas that can apply to so many things. Thanks Ann. Hang in there.
Thank you for That encouragement!!
Great Video! I did terrible in school, but I was really smart. The only time i did well was when someone told me I couldn't. For me, I have to "DO" to learn. I can pick up things by watching and listening, but actually taking the steps is what I need!
I have dyslexia when you talked about getting side tracked I was getting side tracked and distracted. Also I'm very lucky that I have not gotten bullied.
Great video Anne! Thank you for sharing with us!💖👌👍😎JP
Anne, one of the most important things I learned over the last 70+ years was the need and importance of taking the time to be still - no internet, phone, t.v., books, talking, eating, ... just set aside time to be still. It is the rest the soul needs to allow the person to live authentically, renew energy and appreciate life itself uninterrupted. I taught my children the need to take the time to allow themselves to be still ... burnout is real and avoidable.
You're absolutely right there! Quiet time is a main tenant to staying healthy.
Inspiring honesty and motivation ... I long ago lost count of the number of unfinished 'projects' - my ability to embark on things way beyond my ability and resource being the only thing never in short supply
Anne, this video that you and your mother made, is probably the finest one you have ever produced! So many people will be able to identify with it. Wishing you continued progress and success as you build your new school.
I'm glad you found out what the problem was early in life .I didn't find out until late in life .I'm glad I found your Channel
@@tetedur377 I'm sixty-seven 8 too late to learn.
Anne, you are truly an inspiration, I wish I knew you when I was younger. I am positive your school will be finished and I will keep you in my prayers.
Awesome. I wish you guys were closer. Very inspirational.
Not one word was cheesy here. Truth is the only real thing there is. Truth is beautiful.
You last words made me think of this old time great:
To dream the impossible dream,
To fight the unbeatable foe,
To bear with unbearable sorrow,
To run where the brave dare not go.
To right the unrightable wrong,
To love pure and chaste from afar,
To try when your arms are too weary,
To reach the unreachable star.
Absolutely love this, Anne.
Wow another great life lesson . Thank you ! I enjoy very much your videos how calm you explain things in tus crazy rushing world ! Thank u
I have the same exact learning style. For years I’d try to read about knitting and could NEVER grasp the concept. Then, I tried watching videos on CZcams and it clicked. That is why I love watching content on any number of crafts and woodworking. Thank you for opening up your world and allowing us to learn from you. I wish I could invest in your school, but sadly I don’t have the means right now. Hoping in the future to be able to afford to take a class from you and also Greg.
Excellent! Love the barn look. I wish you the best!
I am 46 and just really starting to discover who I am. You have been one of my biggest inspirations along with others like April and Barbie the Welder. Hearing you speak about your own struggles just makes me adore you even more and gives me hope that I’m finally finding my way. My partner mentions you guys when he gives me pep talks. ❤️❤️ thank you for being you!
Your Super Blessed to have {Greg} Woodworking Mentor (s) ....good video...very inspiring
(3:18 & 8:14 & 9:10 & )Loving the interview with *Mom of all Trades* ... 🤩👍🌟🌟🌟🌟
I love when she says 9:56 ... *_'Your Teacher (a good friend) wants you to SUCCEED , so you want to succeed"_* ..........this really hit home for me.
I am glad to see that you have a more positive outlook than your previous vlog. I have faith that you will make your school happen.You have one of those supercharged, energetic personalities that tends to motivate people. The world could certainly use more people like you. Best wishes
Anne as always really enjoyed seeing you and MOAT and hearing more of your life stories and struggles, and how you have used them to learn from and not sit back and say I can't do it because of..... but you use it to teach not only yourself but anyone the wants to listen and take inspiration from it. You are one of the greatest teachers that we have. You teach from the heart and through experience. Better than just from a book. You are more like Greg than you think, you have the same qualities that he has. We as a community and as individuals have received so much from you that you do not even know, or ever will. Many times inspiration is received, but the person who gives it doesn't get the acknowledgement for it. So just know that even if it is not said enough you do inspire so many people. You have shown so many people that just because you are different in some way does not make you a failure or someone that can not do something, but it does make you someone that has the drive to do it. Thank you again for what you do for us and give to us.
Thank you for your video, great ~!! Happy new year!
Anne, you might be a great candidate fro the next Secretary of Education. I think the job would make you madder that the proverbial hatter, but in less than 20 minutes you have, with some quiet help from your mom, described the how and the why our schools in the US are doing so poorly for our children. The "motivated" folks in DC need to see this and they need to think- Arne Dunkin was one of the brightest Ed Secs in a long time, but he couldn't "simplify" it to make it understandable- you've cracked it , girl! One; Education is a different experience for each of us. Two; Each of us learn in different ways. Three; We are motivated to learn by different things. Each of those points is a large partial key to unlocking the potential of any mind. You have, with some great amount of love and help, discovered your own path and would share it with others- that makes you the last thing you might ever have aspired to be; A great teacher. Some old Greek (maybe, it's that old) said "When one teaches, two learn". You live that.
You might already know this but it could be a form of ADHD/ADD. It's quite often comorbid with lots of other things like dyslexia etc.
As a person who recently got diagnosed later in life. It's quite eye-opening and isn't a bad thing. It's just a different spectrum of abilities and learning style.
Your learning style and the requirement for deep motivation, ability to sit still, focus etc (especially if you're not interested) echo's my own experiences in life strongly.
I mean SUPER strongly. I could type a novel based on the similarities and how it has been confusing, amazing, scary, thrilling. A good life. :)
It's not a bad thing. In fact, it does indeed come with super-powers!
Anne, it is difficult for me to believe you have learning disabilities of any kind. Fear of failure is something I cannot understand. I have never experienced that. God bless you my friend. You are a great teacher and person.
Thank you for this 🙏
Very motivating. Thank you.
I understand as I’m also dyslexic. I spent most of my learning year struggling to learn. Of course numbers were the hardest. I fought past my problem to become a Dentist.. I figured out I was dyslexic when taking a course of medical diagnosis and they talked about what to look for. I checked all the boxes and for the first time in my life I knew what my problem was. From that point on I have become very aware of when it could happen and when it happens. Now I have my little tricks I use to help from making mistakes. Other than your great personality and cool videos it be why I love watching your projects. God bless and keep it going.
P.S. after 32 years in Dentistry I have just retired and selling my house here is southwest Florida and I’m heading to north Georgia to make knives and bamboo fly rods. Keep the faith and videos.
You have come a long way my friend. Merry Christmas to you Adam and your families. Love, God Bless and all the best in 2021 XXX
Anne your video with your Mother brought tears to my eyes. I lost my Dad and my Mom this year. My Mom and I use to watch your videos every week together. She loved watching your animals. I will be donating to the GoFundMe page in my Mom's memory.
Thank You again for these kinds of videos. And as always, Love from Alabama!!
Right on! I am one who can't learn best being around the teacher. I had to understand, me, I am slow; sometimes unable to concentrate, yet most at peace being solitary. I had to understand, how to teach myself to begin - how to learn how to learn. I'm 60 years and very curious. The internet has a world of knowledge. The modern-day equivalent of the ancient library of Alexandria. The internet lets me absorb knowledge at my pace. Before the internet it was so hard for me to learn new things. It was AWFUL.
Wishing you all the best. You are incredible! Merry Christmas!