Please note
Voicelore is a journaling tool, not a learning or assistive-technology program for dyslexia. For support with dyslexia, please talk to a qualified specialist.
Why a written journal can be harder than it looks
- Spelling takes attention away from what you actually want to say.
- Writing is slower, so thoughts get shortened or lost.
- Many people with dyslexia carry years of being corrected – the blank page can still feel like a test.
- Re-reading your own handwriting may be tiring too.
What changes when you speak
- No spelling. You talk; the transcript does the writing.
- Your full vocabulary. Many people speak with richer words than they'd dare to spell.
- Speed. Speaking keeps up with your thoughts.
- Text when you want it. Read the transcript, listen to the recording, or both.
Research on journaling suggests the benefit comes from putting experiences into words – not from the act of writing itself. In one randomised study, people who talked about stressful events did at least as well as those who wrote about them. More in What the research actually says.
How to start
- Press record and answer one question: "How am I really feeling today, and why?"
- Talk for one or two minutes. Pauses and "ums" are fine.
- Glance at the transcript, or don't – it's there when you need it.
Honest limits
- The transcript is AI-generated and may contain mistakes, especially with names or a lot of background noise.
- You need a quiet, private moment to speak.
FAQ
Do I ever need to type?
Only once, when you create an account (username, email and password). Recording and reading don't require typing.
Can I listen back instead of reading?
Yes, your recordings are saved and can be played back in the app.
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