Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Do Not Give Up -- Chance to Change

This inspiring article about a 31 year old actor turned damcer with cerebral palsy whose remarkable progress over the last eight months is delightfully uplifting and full of hope.
The same holds true for cognitive skills -- through hard work, determination and strategy we can help people move the needle physically, mentally and emotionally. This can be easily applied to dyslexic learners to give them the knowledge, skills and attitude for success.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/25/arts/dance/25palsy.html?_r=1&em=&pagewanted=all

The last paragraph of the article:
Whether the methods they have used can translate to others remains to be seen. But Dr. Paget said their progress held a message for anyone with a neurological impairment.
“It’s not over,” he said. “There’s always a chance to change. You should not — you dare not — give up.”

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