The Hidden 20% Adelle Tracey on Dyselxia & Dyscalculia: "I thrive in environments others find stressful"
Jan 17, 2024
Adelle Tracey, a middle-distance track athlete representing Great Britain and Jamaica, shares her inspiring journey overcoming dyslexia and dyscalculia. She discusses how early diagnosis empowered her to thrive under pressure. Adelle reflects on the mental strategies athletes use to manage stress on race day and the joy of blending her athletic pursuits with creative passions like makeup artistry. She advocates for neurodiversity, emphasizing the unique strengths of neurodivergent individuals while dispelling common misconceptions.
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Dyscalculia's Impact on Athletics
- Dyscalculia, diagnosed later in Adelle Tracey's life, manifests as difficulty with numbers, including telling time on analog clocks and 24-hour formats.
- This poses challenges in her athletic career, which involves managing distances and times.
Challenges with Exams
- Adelle Tracey needed a C equivalent in a numerical subject to enter university for art.
- She took adult numeracy exams three times, highlighting the challenges posed by dyscalculia.
Managing Time and Stress
- Create schedules to minimize decision-making and time management stress, especially on race days.
- Be prepared for unexpected changes in schedules and times.