Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Whitney changes her relationship to food
I started reading about diets and chronic illnesses but was skeptical of it all. I decided to change my relationship with food to better control my seizures.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: When Giving Up Is Not An Option
When I was diagnosed with Epilepsy at the age of six, my life transformed into a monsoon. I started having trouble socially, academically, and physically. It seemed as if my world was in a downward spiral until I was introduced to softball. That is where I learned that giving up was never an option.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: An Everyday Challenge
Emerging from the tunnel, I heard my mom’s voice say, “Jade, it’s okay now”. Living with Epilepsy is an everyday challenge.… Read More
Karl’s Story: The Gift of Epilepsy
In 1997, I would not have said Epilepsy was a gift. However, back then I was a 21 year old soldier on a peacekeeping mission in Bosnia. … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Creative Solutions to Seizure Triggers
Many people have asked me what my seizure triggers are. So, I thought I would tell you both my triggers and what tools I use to combat them. … Read More
Interview with Coach Jerry Kill
You may have heard of Coach Jerry Kill from his days as Head Coach of the Minnesota Gophers. Of course you may know him from when he was awarded Big Ten Coach of the Year in 2014, or from when he was named to the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame. You may … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: My brand new adventure
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™ which will run from November 1 through November 30, 2016. Follow along! Maureen’s Story In July, I went through the most fulfilling and rewarding experience of my life. All mothers out there know the experience. My beautiful daughter, Samantha, was born on July 16th, … Read More
Epilepsy and Fitness: Choosing a Charity and Giving Back
When you can give back to the community while doing something you love, everybody wins. Abby shares her example of giving back with Girls on the Run.… Read More