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I’m Robin Raniero Norris, author, advocate, and lifelong explorer of how different minds think, create, and thrive.
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October 4, 2026
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Welcome to My New Beginning: Zero Many of you know my clinical work through Windward Optimal Health and wind-opt.com. This site is something a little
Blog 1 Dyslexia Awareness Month – Starts with Brilliant Bea
October 5, 2026
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, offering a wonderful opportunity to deepen our understanding of neurodiversity, celebrate different ways of thinking, and amplify accessible learning spaces.
The Rainbow Link
October 10, 2026
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Losing a beloved pet can be a child’s first experience with grief, bringing feelings that may be difficult to understand or express. The Rainbow Link,
Animal Mayhem
October 10, 2026
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Animal Mayhem: When Wild Things Go Wilder is a laugh-out-loud collection of true animal stories filled with unexpected adventures, hilarious mishaps, and the unforgettable creatures
Selling The Couch Podcast (Session 66)
October 13, 2026
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A candid discussion on balancing career ambition with the practical realities of raising a family. Robin shares personal insights on flexibility, setting healthy boundaries, and
Hidden Stories: What Shocked, Surprised, or Shattered a World
October 31, 2026
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Hidden: Stories That Shocked, Surprised, Shattered dives deep into the complexities of the human experience. Through powerful personal narratives, the anthology uncovers unexpected truths, challenges
VCU Dyslexia Symposium!
October 26, 2026
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A massive thank you to everyone who attended the VCU Dyslexia Symposium! It was truly wonderful to be invited to participate, connect with such a
Coming Soon – Sudoku – The Puzzle That Connects Us
October 24, 2026
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Looking for a way to quiet a busy mind, carve out five minutes of screen-free calm, or simply exercise your brain with a fresh twist?
Clearly Clinical (Episode 239)
October 13, 2026
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An in-depth conversation on how learning differences like dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia shape mental health, self-esteem, and daily life far beyond the classroom. Robin shares
Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop Stand-Up
October 13, 2026
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Taking the stage at the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop, Robin delivers a witty, relatable 3-minute stand-up set about stepping out of her comfort zone, midlife
In Her Shoes Podcast (“How to Have Better Money Conversations”)
October 13, 2026
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Robin sits down to unpack the emotional side of money, exploring how our communication patterns and mindset shape our relationships. She offers compassionate, real-world tools